Tracking health for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Tourism · HealthFive parasailing incidents in Phuket reveal dangerous regulatory gaps. Learn essential safety checks before booking and what authorities are doing now.
Health · National NewsLearn critical heatstroke warning signs and emergency first aid as Thailand faces record 43°C+ temperatures. Essential survival guide for residents and outdoor workers.
Tourism · HealthLearn critical child safety protocols for Songkran crowds in Pattaya. Emergency contacts, supervision tactics, and reunion procedures every expat parent needs.
Environment · HealthKok River contamination threatens Chiang Rai residents. Learn immediate safety steps, health risks, and Australia's phytoremediation solution starting 2026.
Health · National NewsH4N6 avian flu identified in China can infect mammals and humans. Learn how it affects Thailand residents, transmission risks, and protective measures.
Health · EnvironmentBangkok faces 19-day heat wave with index reaching 52°C. Find cooling centers, health warnings, and practical survival tips for residents and expats.
Health · National NewsLearn how to protect yourself from deadly melioidosis in Thailand. 732 cases, 23 deaths in 2026. Essential prevention for diabetics during monsoon season.
National News · HealthThailand's military seizures of 92kg of crystal meth mask a larger problem. Border checkpoints intensify while street prices plummet, creating a public health emergency for Chiang Rai residents.
Environment · HealthKaeng Krachan wildfire burns 3,000 rai of protected forest. Learn health risks, water safety, and what to expect as authorities mobilize helicopter response.