Category Archive For "Health"
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A guide for testing and seeking treatment for COVID-19 in Thailand
With no cure in sight, the best way to deal with COVID-19 is to act proactively by following public safety measures, testing for the virus, and getting vaccinated. According to an article by Reuters Thailand (published on September 22nd), around 44% of residents in Bangkok have received two doses, and Thailand has vaccinated 22% of …
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The 5 most common golf injuries and ways to prevent them
Whether you’re an avid golfer or have just started to get into the swing of it, it’s no secret that Thailand is a golfer’s paradise – so much so that there’s even a golf quarantine in Thailand. Golf is a sport that is well-respected in the Land of Smiles, which is reflected in the overall …
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How to maintain relationships in self-isolation
While the COVID-19 situation is getting better in many countries (due to the successful rollout of vaccines), cases and hospitalization are rapidly increasing in Thailand. The country’s dark red zone, which includes its capital, Bangkok, and surrounding provinces, is under semi-lockdown with a number of restrictions on gathering. As such, locals and expats find themselves …
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The present and future of Thailand’s medical tourism industry
If you’ve been paying attention to the trends among healthcare systems and hospitals in Thailand over the past few years, you will no doubt have heard all about the impact that Thailand’s medical tourism industry has been having. Before COVID-19, more and more people from outside of Thailand traveled here to take advantage of the …
Overview of HIV in Thailand
Thailand accounts for 9% of the total population of individuals living with HIV in Asia and the Pacific, making it one of the highest prevalences in the region. Even though the epidemic is declining, the condition is still prevalent among key affected populations, particularly young people. This Pacific Prime Thailand article focuses on the HIV …
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5 ways to celebrate International Women’s Day in Thailand
Happy International Women’s Day from Pacific Prime Thailand! We are incredibly excited to celebrate this important day along with every woman in Thailand, and also raise awareness about women’s health concerns and more. In this article, we offer businesses and HR leaders in Thailand 5 ways to commemorate International Women’s Day – be it with …
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Introducing the most common types of wet season illness in Thailand
The Land of Smiles has three official seasons: hot, cool, and wet. The wet season (in other words, Thailand’s flu season) begins around mid-May every year, and continues until mid-October when rainfall starts to become less frequent. There are both pros and cons to traveling or living in Thailand during the wet season. Due to …
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Cancer in Thailand for Expats: Prevalence, treatment, and covering costs
If there’s one disease that tops people’s lists of conditions they do not want to develop, it’s cancer. In Thailand, just as in the rest of the world, cancer is a growing concern as the country develops and risk factors begin to become more prominent. This can be especially true for expats in the country, …
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Food poisoning and your health insurance in Thailand
If you’re a newcomer to Thailand, you’ll likely find that the food here is very different from what you’re used to back home or in your previous location of residence. It may take a few months for your digestive system to adjust and get acclimated to Thai cuisine, during which time there can be an …
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N95 vs. surgical masks: What to wear when air pollution is bad
These days, wearing a mask has become a necessary precaution. It’s even more important when we’re facing COVID-19 and air pollution at the same time. As the pandemic continues, areas in Thailand continue to experience fluctuating air quality index (AQI) levels. Cities such as Bangkok and Chiang Mai have recently been exposed to poor air …
