Tag: Zika virus
Still many questions about Zika’s threat to pregnant women
Washington (AP) - Zika may stand convicted of causing devastating birth defects but there still are lots of questions about how much of a...
Volunteering for infection in hunt for dengue, Zika vaccines
Washington (AP) - Forget mosquito bites. Volunteers let researchers in the U.S. inject them with the dengue virus in the name of science —...
Study: 1st evidence that Zika may cause temporary paralysis
London (AP) - Scientists may have the first evidence that Zika can cause temporary paralysis, according to a new study of patients who developed...
CDC expands tropical virus alert; 22 destinations on list
Health authorities have added eight tropical destinations to a travel alert about an illness linked with a severe birth defect and spread by mosquitoes....
Prime Minister bolsters mosquito fighting campaign
Bangkok – The Prime Minister has promoted the government’s mosquito combating campaign and voiced a desire to see ASEAN wide cooperation to stem disease...
Health Ministry: Zika virus outbreak unlikely in Thailand
Bangkok – The Ministry of Public Health has indicated it is unlikely the Zika virus will enter and spread through the Kingdom. Department of...
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PATTAYA, Thailand - On Tuesday, March 4, the Mabprachan Golf Society made its way to Eastern Star Golf Course with three groups of players....
Bunker Boys golfers tackle challenges, claim victories & weather the storm
PATTAYA, Thailand - On Monday, March 3, The Bunker Boys kicked off a new month of golf at Treasure Hill Golf Course, arguably our...
The decline and fall of naughty boys in Pattaya
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PATTAYA, Thailand- The-ever readable Stickman internet site for March 9 emphasizes that Pattaya or Sin City no longer revolves around sex and gogo...
TM6 requirement for all foreigners: creeping towards May 1
Pre-entry digital arrival forms for all foreigners coming by air, land or sea await the starting pistol in several weeks time. But the subject...
Pattaya stands firm on public roads and sidewalk orders
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya authorities continue their strict enforcement of public road and sidewalk regulations, ensuring that pedestrians' safety and convenience remain a top...