Popular Post webfact Posted January 23 Popular Post Share Posted January 23 In a move set to revolutionise emergency medical services, Public Health Minister Cholnan Srikaew declared the expansion of Thailand’s Sky Doctor project during an emergency airlift rehearsal in Phang Nga. The rehearsal unfolded at Koh Yao Witthaya School, where the minister, accompanied by permanent secretary Opas Karnkawinpong, showcased their commitment to elevating the nation’s healthcare services to international standards. Addressing the captivated audience, Cholnan highlighted the pivotal role of the Sky Doctor project in safeguarding Phang Nga, a bustling tourist destination blessed with scenic islands. With a staggering 2.61 million visitors last year, generating a whopping 12 billion baht, the need for swift medical response is paramount. The health minister emphasised that The Sky Doctor project will not only save lives but also boost confidence among our invaluable foreign tourists. The Sky Doctor initiative involves deploying skilled medical teams via helicopters to reach remote areas, including islands like Koh Yao, ensuring prompt treatment and potentially rescuing lives. Cholnan announced plans to extend this life-saving service to all 13 public health areas nationwide, revolutionising emergency response across the country. by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of The Nation Full story: The Thaiger 2024-01-23 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pique Dard Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 40 minutes ago, webfact said: boost confidence among our invaluable foreign tourists ...yeah, now we are talking! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will B Good Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 (edited) Is that one helicopter per public health area? Is the expansion from one to two helicopters or 10 to 20?...Mmmmmm.....lack of detail other than more landing spots. Edited January 23 by Will B Good 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Crossy Posted January 23 Popular Post Share Posted January 23 <cynicism> And an opportunity to screw even more $$$ out of those unfortunate enough to come a cropper here. </cynicism> 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 3 hours ago, webfact said: In a move set to revolutionise emergency medical services, Public Health Minister Cholnan Srikaew declared the expansion of Thailand’s Sky Doctor project during an emergency airlift rehearsal in Phang Nga. You'd think they just re-invented the wheel or something. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PETERTHEEATER Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 5 hours ago, webfact said: Addressing the captivated audience, Poor translation? More likely 'Addressing a captive audience' 😀 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fondue zoo Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 No no, there are options for all types of travellers. This is the Budget option on offer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john donson Posted January 24 Share Posted January 24 thaksin based emergency, helicopter ride while ambulance is just fine... and who pays for this all? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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