Category Archive For "Health"
Breastfeeding benefits for moms and babies
Breastfeeding is the only natural way of feeding an infant, which covers the newborn’s nutritional needs and creates unique conditions for physical and mental development in the first months of its life. WHO recommends breastfeeding as the ideal way to feed a newborn, and exclusive breastfeeding should be initiated within the first hour after birth …
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How to select a suitable health plan for now and in the future?
Regardless of whether you’re a local citizen or expat working in the Land of Smile, it might seem that the local social security system here offers sufficient protection already. After all, it’s universal, comprehensive, and affordable. Some might say a separate health insurance plan just seems like a matter of indifference. But, is this really …
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Staying healthy during the summer heat in Thailand
With temperatures staying at around 30 degrees and potentially soaring to 40 degrees over the next few months in Thailand, this could be a challenging time for some. There are numerous summer-related illnesses to watch out for, the most dangerous of all being heat stroke which in some cases can even lead to death. In …
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Medical cannabis to be legalized in Thailand
Is a thaw in drug laws coming to Thailand? In the past few years, there have been debates in Thailand about the possibility of allowing the use of marijuana for medical purpose. Officials are now considering a new narcotic law to legalize the controlled use of kratom, opium, and marijuana. How will the medical cannabis, …
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Hearing loss in Thailand: Causes, prevention, treatment, and your health insurance
Some 360 million people suffer from disabling hearing loss worldwide, and that number will only rise as the global population ages. In fact, roughly one-third of elderly people aged 65 and above have severely diminished hearing; yet half of all conditions associated with hearing loss are avoidable through early prevention. To shed some much-needed light …
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Healthy aging in Thailand: Top tips for looking after yourself in retirement
Many associate their retirement years with declining health. Although changes to your body are inevitable as you age, it’s never too late to give your body and mind the attention they deserve. Focusing on healthy aging is a great way to ensure that you enjoy many of the same activities you once did for as …
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Cardiovascular disease in Thailand and your health insurance
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are a significant issue for people living in Thailand. Globally, cardiovascular diseases like stroke and heart attacks are responsible for around 17.7 million deaths annually, and account for almost half of the deaths associated with NCDs. According to a 2014 World Health Organization publication, 71% of a total 501,000 deaths in Thailand …
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Sleeping and your health: Here’s why you should snooze longer
Happy 2018! For many of us, the New Year marks the start of a new chapter in our lives. And what better time than now to kickstart a healthier lifestyle? Adopting healthier habits can be a great way to start, as they’ll likely stick with you throughout the year instead of vanishing in February like …
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Thailand introduces new sugar tax in a bid to cut healthcare costs
Thailand consistently ranks among the top sugar consuming nations in the world. In fact, Thai people consume an average of 26 teaspoons each day, four times the recommended amount of six teaspoons. Associated with an increased risk of developing chronic conditions like obesity, diabetes, and heart disease, high sugar intake in Thailand makes up 2.2 …
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Fighting the harmful health effects of air pollution in Thailand
In an age where 8.4 million deaths occur every year as a result of air pollution, residents in major Thai cities are no stranger to the harmful health effects of smog. Commonly known as the “silent killer”, smog kills 50,000 people in Thailand every year. At the heart of air pollution is the invisible air …
