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Kasetsart University Launches Buddha Statue Fundraiser for New Hospital
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Kasetsart University Launches Buddha Statue Fundraiser for New Hospital

Kasetsart University is offering the 'Phra Phuttha Punyakasetraphiban' statue for veneration to raise funds for the construction of its new medical facility.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
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Beauty Clinic Locked Down During Official Inspection in Bangkok
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Beauty Clinic Locked Down During Official Inspection in Bangkok

Authorities and officials investigated a beauty clinic in Bangkok following allegations of copyright infringement and medical malpractice.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
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CP Group Hosts Stakeholder Forum 2026 to Shape Sustainability Goals
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CP Group Hosts Stakeholder Forum 2026 to Shape Sustainability Goals

Charoen Pokphand Group held its 2026 Stakeholder Forum in Bangkok to integrate public feedback into its 2030 sustainability strategy.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
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Public Health Association Hosts 2026 Academic Forum on Primary Care Innovation
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Public Health Association Hosts 2026 Academic Forum on Primary Care Innovation

The Public Health Association of Thailand has launched its 2026 academic forum, focusing on the role of community health workers in advancing primary healthcare systems.

Matichon Online ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
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Channel 7HD Launches Mental Health Awareness Series 'Fix You, Fix Me'
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Channel 7HD Launches Mental Health Awareness Series 'Fix You, Fix Me'

Channel 7HD, in collaboration with the Media Development Fund, has introduced a new drama series focused on mental health and social well-being.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
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Physical Therapy Council Highlights Stroke Rehabilitation Gaps
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Physical Therapy Council Highlights Stroke Rehabilitation Gaps

The Physical Therapy Council of Thailand reports that over 70% of stroke patients lack access to standard rehabilitation, prompting a proposal for four new measures to support an aging society.

Matichon Online ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
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Medical Council of Thailand Investigates Doctor Over Patient Conduct
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Medical Council of Thailand Investigates Doctor Over Patient Conduct

The Medical Council of Thailand is launching an ethics investigation into a doctor following allegations of verbal abuse toward a patient and discriminatory remarks regarding the universal healthcare scheme.

Matichon Online ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
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Former Boxer Amnat Ruenroeng Hospitalized Following Mental Health Crisis
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Former Boxer Amnat Ruenroeng Hospitalized Following Mental Health Crisis

Former professional boxer Amnat Ruenroeng has been admitted to a psychiatric facility in Ubon Ratchathani after a public disturbance involving substance use.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
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Government Investigates Doctor Over Alleged Patient Discrimination
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Government Investigates Doctor Over Alleged Patient Discrimination

Thai authorities are investigating a medical professional following reports of derogatory comments made toward a patient regarding their use of the 'Gold Card' universal healthcare scheme.

Thailand Government Public Relations Department — Breaking News ·

Source reliability 100/100 · Official / highest
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Thai-Japanese Research Collaboration Targets Herbal Medicine Advancement
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Thai-Japanese Research Collaboration Targets Herbal Medicine Advancement

Researchers from Ubon Ratchathani and Khon Kaen Universities have partnered with Japanese experts to visit Chao Phraya Abhaibhubejhr Hospital, aiming to elevate herbal medicine research.

Matichon Online ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
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Chiang Mai Beauty Clinic Refunds Elderly Couple Following Consumer Protection Mediation
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Chiang Mai Beauty Clinic Refunds Elderly Couple Following Consumer Protection Mediation

A beauty clinic in a Chiang Mai shopping mall has refunded 85,800 THB to an elderly couple after the Office of the Consumer Protection Board intervened in a dispute over unauthorized credit card charges.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
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Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital and CPF Launch Medical Equipment Fundraising Campaign
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Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital and CPF Launch Medical Equipment Fundraising Campaign

Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital and CPF have partnered for a new fundraising initiative to support the procurement of essential medical equipment.

Matichon Online ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
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Thai Parliamentary Committee Discusses Medical Workforce Expansion
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Thai Parliamentary Committee Discusses Medical Workforce Expansion

The House Committee on Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation is reviewing strategies to increase the number of doctors in Thailand while maintaining healthcare standards.

Matichon Online ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
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Rayong Hospital Implements 'Stroke Fast Track' Model for Universal Coverage
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Rayong Hospital Implements 'Stroke Fast Track' Model for Universal Coverage

Rayong Hospital has introduced a 'Stroke Fast Track' system to improve emergency care access for patients under the Universal Coverage Scheme.

Matichon Online ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
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Rayong Hospital Enhances Stroke Emergency Response with 'Stroke Fast Track'
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Rayong Hospital Enhances Stroke Emergency Response with 'Stroke Fast Track'

Rayong Hospital has implemented a 'Stroke Fast Track' system to improve emergency care and reduce treatment times for stroke patients.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
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Construction Delays at Songkhla Hospital Outpatient Building
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Construction Delays at Songkhla Hospital Outpatient Building

Democrat Party MP Sanphet Boonyamanee is pressing for the completion of a stalled outpatient building project at Songkhla Hospital following the original contractor's abandonment of the site.

Matichon Online ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
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Medical Experts Clarify Myths Surrounding Traditional Thai 'Hair Shaving' Rituals
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Medical Experts Clarify Myths Surrounding Traditional Thai 'Hair Shaving' Rituals

A popular Thai medical page has addressed the common belief that shaving a newborn's hair leads to thicker, darker growth, clarifying that science does not support this claim.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
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Khun Yuam Hospital Investigates Maternal and Infant Deaths
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Khun Yuam Hospital Investigates Maternal and Infant Deaths

Khun Yuam Hospital in Mae Hong Son has launched an internal investigation following the deaths of a mother and her unborn child during childbirth.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest