Thailand’s DMS unveils 13-point plan to tackle cancer

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The Department of Medical Services (DMS) has unveiled its 13 Quick Win strategy, led by the Director-General’s representative, Amporn Benjaphonpitak. This public health strategy is designed to tackle liver and bile duct cancer diagnoses, establish mini-rehabilitation centres in every province, set up four health zones, and enhance services in Bangkok’s Don Mueang district and Chiang Mai’s Mueang district. The objective is to drive the healthcare sector and stimulate the economy.

 

The DMS is swiftly implementing policies such as full-circle cancer care, run by the National Cancer Institute and regional cancer hospitals.

 

In the first 100 days, the focus will be on promoting knowledge of prevalent cancers in Thailand amongst the public and cancer patients, encouraging HPV vaccination and supporting the diagnosis and screening of liver and bile duct cancer in high-risk areas. The public health strategy also includes the establishment of Cancer Warriors for five significant types of cancer.

 

A mini-rehabilitation centre will be established in every province, run by the National Institute of Drug Abuse Treatment and the regional Thanyarak Institute. The goal is to increase access to standard treatment services, reduce congestion, save time and lower costs. Personnel will be trained in drug abuse treatment.

 

By Nattapong Westwood

Caption: Photo: KhaoSod

 

Full story: The Thaiger 2023-10-11

 

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