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Not uncommon. See e.g. this trial run in UK: https://www.england.nhs.uk/2024/09/blood-pressure-checks-at-the-dentist-and-optician-to-catch-those-at-risk-of-heart-attacks-and-strokes/ People often think of this as some kind of "nanny state" intrusion (My hypertension is my business!) but it's more a cost-cutting measure -- the state ends up paying or subsidizing the cost of care down the road.

Uhh, I'm over 70 and my arteries don't appear to be hard in the slightest. I think your point may be that in modern society older people tend to be awfully unhealthy, and high blood pressure is one aspect of this. It's hardly inevitable

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Only Hua Hin can say. But for the record, I asked for a set of blank forms when leaving CW a couple of months ago, and they matched the online STM forms. The only difference was the online Criteria for consideration form (see at top), which did not have a stamp at bottom for an extra signature. I suspect that they will stamp it in the office if it's required.

Absent other health issues, 120 / 80 or below is the answer. This is an article on SPRINT, the best known study -- which was stopped early because the 120 target was so obviously beneficial. This doesn't mean that people should rush to get on drugs because of one blood pressure reading at a doctor's office. It does mean that folks shouldn't be distracted by conspiracy theories, but should take concerns about simple lifestyle changes seriously -- particularly reducing salt intake, if you are in the third of the population that is sodium-sensitive. https://www.nytimes.com/2015/11/10/health/data-on-benefits-of-lower-blood-pressure-brings-clarity-for-doctors-and-patients.html?unlocked_article_code=1.ck8.i3wV.NbdSk3keQoIO&smid=url-share NEJM paper link https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa1511939 On Monday, reporting at an American Heart Association meeting in Orlando, Fla., and in a paper published simultaneously in The New England Journal of Medicine, study investigators lifted the veil. Among the 9,361 hypertension patients followed for an average of 3.2 years, there were 26 percent fewer deaths (155 compared with 210) and 38 percent fewer cases of heart failure (62 compared with 100) among patients who achieved the systolic pressure target of 120 than among those who achieved the current 140 target.

Mine just arrived in Bangkok. Form is dated July 31,2025, so if I recall correctly, this Priority Airmail from the US arrived a couple of weeks faster than mail from SSA Manila.

Thanks for your comment re marriage extension in Hua Hin. The other forms are linked above. This is the current link to STM 10: https://bangkok.immigration.go.th/wp-content/uploads/STM-10-FORM-2025.pdf

I brought in STM.2, STM.9, and a copy (from last year) of the unnumbered "Statement ..." form that does not seem to be available on line. The Statement form was thrown away, and replaced with the STM.11 (which apparently they filled out for me). I think I only had to sign the STM.11 and the Criteria forms. On the way out I asked for a new set, and was given TM.7, STM.2, 9, and 11, and the signature-only Criteria for Consideration of ... form.

Right you are. I did it this way at Suan Phlu the first five years or so. Main point being that I have never made a deposit after opening my fixed account, nor gotten a letter on the day of my extension. -- Retiree

Uh, ok, just sayin' I've done it this way at CW for 20+ years. The balance letter is 100 baht from KB, and I have never even seen an annual statement.

Sorry, yes, the usual copies of bankbook & passport pages, and arrival slip. What does "most recent update 2 months ago" Mean. I have never gotten a letter the day of, and I have never made a deposit since opening the account 20+ years ago. Interest is posted every three months, and the posting date is the last entry that shows up in my bankbook. Only questioned once years ago (by a new IO), and straightened out by her boss.

Retirement extension at CW now requires these forms. The STM.2, STM.9 and STM.11 are normally given to you when you check in. There is a fillable .docx version of the TM.7 out there somewhere (it must be saved to PDF to print properly). The rest I just fill in with Acrobat, then sign in ink. Site with forms: https://bangkok.immigration.go.th/th/downloads/ TM.7 Application for Extension of Temporary Stay https://bangkok.immigration.go.th/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/14คำขออนุญาตเพื่ออยู่ในราชอาณาจักรเป็นการชั่วคราวต่อไป-ตม.7.pdf STM.2 Acknowledgement of Terms and Conditions https://bangkok.immigration.go.th/wp-content/uploads/STM-2-FORM-2025.pdf STM.9 Acknowledgement of Overstay Penalties https://bangkok.immigration.go.th/wp-content/uploads/STM-9-FORM-2025.pdf STM.11 Consent Form https://bangkok.immigration.go.th/wp-content/uploads/STM-11-FORM-2025.pdf (possibly) Criteria for Consideration of ... https://test.immigration.go.th/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/1591003315146.pdf (pages 2-3, signature only) The online "Criteria" form does not have an extra stamp for "received a copy ..." signatures on page 3. It does not require any applicant details, though. I provided a Google Map with address typed in the margin, and building labeled. As usual, no TM.30, no lease, bank letter day before, most recent bankbook update 2 months ago (fixed account). I think they threw away the 90-day confirmation page I had in my bundle. Excellent appointment service as always -- go directly to the L1 window, no ticket required.

Retirement extension at CW requires these forms. The STM.2, STM.9 and "Statement" are normally given to you when you check in. Site with forms: https://bangkok.immigration.go.th/th/downloads/ TM.7 Application for Extension of Temporary Stay https://bangkok.immigration.go.th/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/14คำขออนุญาตเพื่ออยู่ในราชอาณาจักรเป็นการชั่วคราวต่อไป-ตม.7.pdf STM.2 Acknowledgement of Terms and Conditions https://bangkok.immigration.go.th/wp-content/uploads/STM-2-FORM-2025.pdf STM.9 Acknowledgement of Overstay Penalties https://bangkok.immigration.go.th/wp-content/uploads/STM-9-FORM-2025.pdf หมายเลข 3 กก.2 บก.ตม.1 "Statement" ??? Two questions about the "Statement" form Is this form available online? Do I only fill out part 2 (I guarantor that ...) ? -- Retiree

I have a pill cutter and a milligram scale. However, my experience is that it can be difficult to accurately cut small coated pills like these. I personally would dick around with it, or go to the generic sooner, but for my SO I'd rather keep it as simple and safe as possible while we see how this plays out. Interestingly, the EINSTEIN CHOICE study found that 10 mg was more effective than 20 mg for preventing VTE recurrence, as well as having a lower incidence of bleeds (but not at a level of statistical significance), which would be expected. https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa1700518 Rivaroxaban or Aspirin for Extended Treatment of Venous Thromboembolism Jeffrey I. Weitz, M.D., et al, March 30, 2017, N Engl J Med 2017;376:1211-1222,DOI: 10.1056/NEJMoa1700518,VOL. 376 NO. 13