Jellyfish Warning: First Aid Treatment for Jellyfish Stings

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PRESS RELEASE: The danger posed by toxic jellyfish should not be underestimated. Jellyfish venom affects the main systems of the body; namely, the cardiovascular system. A sting with enough poison can cause the heart to...

Bid to Extend Legal Alcohol Sales Time Rejected Again By Thai Government Panel

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National — A Thai government committee has dropped, for the second time, a proposal to extend the afternoon alcohol sale time in response to activists' pleas. However, the Public Health Minister has not completely dismissed...

Thai Government Delays Proposed Recreational Cannabis Ban to Seek More Input

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National — The proposed legislation that would ban recreational cannabis use in Thailand has been delayed by the government to gather further public feedback, according to Public Health Minister Cholnan Srikaew. Following Tuesday's cabinet meeting, Minister...

Thai Government Introduces Dust-Free Rooms for PM2.5 Protection

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PRESS RELEASE: The Ministry of Public Health has announced plans to set up "dust-free" hospital rooms in 30 provinces to protect at-risk patients from the adverse effects of PM2.5 pollution. The decision follows reports of...

Dengue Surge Hits Thai Provinces with 8,000+ Cases

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PRESS RELEASE: Dengue fever has escalated into a significant concern in Thailand, with the Department of Disease Control (DDC) reporting over 8,000 infections and 13 fatalities in January. DDC Director-General Thongchai Keeratihuttayakorn highlighted a sharp 91.25%...

‘Sky Doctor’ Drill Held in Phang Nga

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PRESS RELEASE: Public Health Minister Dr Cholnan Srikaew has inaugurated the “SKY Doctor” air transport drill in Phang Nga province, showcasing an improvement in Thailand's emergency medical services. The event, a major development for emergency response,...

Thai Cannabis Network Seeks Clarity on New Draft Bill: Concerns Over Many Parts of...

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National— On January 19th, 2024, Mr. Prasitchai Nunual, the secretary-general of the network for Shaping the Future of Thai Cannabis, spoke about Dr. Cholnan Srikaew, the Thai Minister of Public Health, regarding the draft Cannabis...

Ongoing Debate Continues Over Draft Thai Cannabis Bill Banning Recreational Use, Prescription Certificates Proposed

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National— On January 15th, 2024, Dr. Cholnan Srikaew, the Thai Minister of Public Health, publicly revealed an issue with Mr. Prasitchai Noonuan, a member of the Thai cannabis network, who mentioned the Cannabis and Hemp...

Thai Cannabis Advocacy Network Criticizes Minister for Bypassing Public Input on Control Bill

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National — Thai citizens who call themselves the "Network for Shaping the Future of Thai Cannabis" expressed strong dissatisfaction with Public Health Minister Cholnan Srikaew for endorsing a new draft of the cannabis and hemp...

Urgent Alert Issued for PM 2.5 Pollution in 20 Provinces

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PRESS RELEASE: The Pollution Control Department (PCD) has issued an urgent warning regarding the hazardous levels of PM 2.5 particulate matter in the air, impacting 20 provinces across Thailand.   The alert calls for immediate action to...
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