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Identity Theft Case Highlights Digital Health Record Risks in Thailand
A 23-year-old woman in Kamphaeng Phet discovered her sister had been using her stolen ID card to access medical services, including prenatal care, via the 'Mor Prom' application.
On August 19, 2026, a 23-year-old woman, identified as Ms. Bunyarak, sought assistance from local authorities in Kamphaeng Phet province after discovering that her 20-year-old sister had stolen her national identification card. According to reports from Khaosod Online, the victim realized her identity had been compromised after checking the 'Mor Prom' digital health application, where she found a significant history of medical services she had never received.
The victim reported that her sister used the stolen ID to register for prenatal care on two separate occasions, and the records also indicated a history of miscarriage, surgery for kidney stones, and various other medical procedures across multiple provinces. The victim expressed confusion regarding why her previous ID card remained active in the system despite her having applied for a replacement.
For residents and long-term visitors in Thailand, this case underscores the importance of monitoring digital health records linked to national identification. While the 'Mor Prom' app provides convenient access to health data, it also serves as a critical tool for detecting potential identity fraud. It remains to be confirmed how the sister successfully bypassed verification protocols at multiple hospitals and why the national ID system did not invalidate the older card upon the issuance of a new one. Authorities at the Khlong Khlung Police Station are currently handling the complaint.