Tag: Narong Sahamethapat
MOPH warns of chickenpox outbreak
BANGKOK, 3 February 2014 The Ministry of Public Health has reported that more than 2,500 cases of chickenpox were found last month while advising...
Medical team to accompany Thai pilgrims to Saudi Arabia
BANGKOK, 3 July 2013 - The Ministry of Public Health has held a seminar for medical staff who will travel with Thai Muslims on...
Dengue fever kills 16, infects over 13,000 people in two months
BANGKOK, March 17 – Dengue fever killed 16 people, with 13,200 patients having been recorded in the first two months of this year...
Patients with dengue fever increased five times this year
BANGKOK, 11 February 2013 Public Health Ministry permanent secretary Dr Narong Sahamethapat revealed that the number of people with dengue fever exceeded 5,700...
Govt ready to revoke Internal Security Act
BANGKOK, Nov 25 - Thai Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra has security agencies considering lifting the Internal Security Act (ISA), saying the government is...
Bangkok to have alcohol free zones
BANGKOK, 31 August 2011 -Bangkok will have alcohol free zones across the city with the move determined to curb violence that often stems from...
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The Thai baht that looks too strong and the money no one sees
PATTAYA, Thailand - The Thai baht has strengthened to around 31.15 per US dollar. On the surface, this may appear reassuring. In reality, it...
Two suspects arrested for pickpocketing Israeli tourist on Pattaya Walking Street
PATTAYA, Thailand — Pattaya Tourist Police have arrested two Thai men accused of pickpocketing an Israeli tourist in the early hours of the morning...
Pattaya welcomes Kazakh Ambassador to strengthen tourism and economic ties
PATTAYA, Thailand — Pattaya City has welcomed the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Thailand in a courtesy visit aimed at strengthening bilateral...
Thailand announces Countdown 2026 events across the country, highlighting Pattaya and Bangkok
PATTAYA, Thailand – The Thailand Countdown 2026 Events Calendar presents a comprehensive lineup of New Year celebrations across Bangkok and every region of the...
Jomtien Road two-way traffic eases congestion but pedestrian safety remains a serious concern
PATTAYA, Thailand — The recent return of Jomtien Beach Road to two-way traffic has eased congestion and improved convenience for commuters and tourists, but...