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Report Phuket Fines Over 28,000 Foreign Tourists for Traffic Offences in 2025
None they don’t do anything wrong. Thainess 🤷🏼 -
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Border runs to Cambodia temporarily suspended
One of the two main Bangkok visa run companies has suspended its run. BBC reports flights to Siem Reap suspended too. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 24 June 2025
HIV Surge in Phuket: Health Warning and Student in Viral Ordeal Pictures courtesy of KhaoSod Phuket is currently grappling with a significant rise in HIV and STD cases, as new figures reveal 244 recent infections, increasing the registered patient tally to 6,622. This alarming discovery has prompted urgent calls for enhanced public health measures. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1364655-hiv-surge-in-phuket-health-warning-and-student-in-viral-ordeal/ -
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Health HIV Surge in Phuket: Health Warning and Student in Viral Ordeal
Pictures courtesy of KhaoSod Phuket is currently grappling with a significant rise in HIV and STD cases, as new figures reveal 244 recent infections, increasing the registered patient tally to 6,622. This alarming discovery has prompted urgent calls for enhanced public health measures. Krittaya Charoensuk, a public health specialist, announced these findings for the second quarter of 2015. The data shows that only 5,699 of those infected are receiving continuous treatment, falling short of the health ministry’s goals. Mueang Phuket District emerged as the primary concern, identified as the province’s highest-risk area for these infections. Further complicating the situation, a recent survey highlighted concerning attitudes within local healthcare facilities. It was found that 65.7% of healthcare workers expressed a fear of contracting HIV from patients. Additionally, half of the respondents admitted to holding negative views about the children of HIV-positive individuals. Discrimination within healthcare settings was reported by one in five workers, and one in four were unwilling to treat individuals from high-risk groups. While these statistics underline the pressing need for improved awareness and treatment, a parallel story unfolds involving a local Thai student falsely accused of being a source of the virus. The student has faced intense scrutiny and online abuse following baseless allegations. The virality of these claims has cast a harsh light on the social stigma associated with HIV, illustrating the damaging impact of misinformation. The student is now fighting to restore her reputation while drawing attention to the broader issue of stigma in disease management. Public health officials in Phuket urge a dual approach to tackle this crisis: expanding treatment reach and fostering an environment where seeking care is stigma-free. The narrative highlights the region’s need for comprehensive education campaigns to dispel myths and foster empathy, ensuring all affected individuals feel safe and supported in accessing necessary health services. Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-06-24 -
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Locals wearing a face mask whilst driving a motorbike but no helmet.
If you don't want to be a fly- or other insect-collector.....a mask is useful -
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Report Bangkok's Formula One Ambitions Face Potential Financial Deficit
There is a track for F1 in Thailand.
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