Tracking health for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Immigration · HealthThailand hosts Global Wellness Summit in Phuket. Learn how the kingdom is positioning itself as a healthcare destination and considering long-stay visa options for wellness tourists.
Tourism · HealthPrivate villa pools in Phuket lack safety rules that public pools require. Two deaths in 48 hours expose gaps residents need to know when renting.
Tourism · HealthThailand's 2026 tourism health insurance mandate & Trusted Thailand safety certification affect expats. Learn how new visitor rules impact residents & healthcare.
HealthMost COVID drugs proven ineffective in major review. Only Paxlovid and Remdesivir work for Thailand residents. Get the complete evidence-based treatment guide.
Tourism · HealthAustralian woman drowns in Phuket private villa pool, exposing unregulated safety gaps. Essential safety checklist before booking your Thai villa.
National News · HealthBMW driver 3x over limit kills 3 in Nonthaburi tuk-tuk crash. Learn Thailand's 3-10 year drunk driving penalties, license revocation, and what residents must know.
Health · Digital LifestyleBangkok's new Traffy Fondue app launches August 2026 for subsidized diaper delivery to elderly residents. Full rollout begins October with zero out-of-pocket costs via national healthcare.
Health · National NewsChiang Rai Municipal School 7 launches neuroscience-informed anti-drug program targeting children aged 2-6, strengthening cognitive defenses instead of using fear tactics.
Health · PoliticsThailand tightens cannabis access to medical prescriptions only. New licensing rules, fines up to 25,000 THB for recreational use, and what residents need to know.