webfact Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 Public Health Minister Cholnan Srikaew has revealed that Thailand has the highest rate of cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer) among the Asean nations. The minister announced this worrying statistic at an event commemorating World CCA Day in Maha Sarakham. The primary cause of this cancer is identified as liver fluke. Thailand, being the Southeast Asia nation with the highest prevalence of CCA, is focusing on efforts to eliminate and treat existing CCA cases across 30 high-risk provinces. To achieve this, the health ministry is collaborating with several agencies, launching a comprehensive screening program for liver flukes in individuals aged over 15. Moreover, early detection systems for cholangiocarcinoma will be implemented for those aged over 40, to decrease the infection rate to less than 1% of the population by 2025, reported Bangkok Post. In support of this initiative, a liver fluke screening kit developed by Khon Kaen University will be used to identify high-risk individuals who are likely to develop CCA. In addition, some Royal Covid Testing Vehicles have been repurposed to facilitate ultrasound screenings. In related news, Thailand grappled with a surge in cancer cases, witnessing over 140,000 new diagnoses annually, claiming some 84,000 lives. Despite strides in medical science, formidable cancers like liver, lung, breast, colon, and cervical persisted as significant threats. A complex interplay of genetics, diet, toxins, stress, and environmental hazards fueled this epidemic, with lung cancer particularly exacerbated by Thailand’s polluted skies and PM2.5 fine dust. Amid these challenges, promising innovations in precision treatments and immunotherapies offered glimmers of hope. Collaborations between hospitals, government bodies, and international partners aimed to bridge gaps in access to quality care, yet hurdles like treatment complexities, soaring costs, and strained healthcare facilities persisted. Early detection initiatives, such as mammograms, brought rays of hope, but raising awareness and ensuring equitable access to care, especially in remote areas, remained critical imperatives in the ongoing battle against cancer. by Mitch Connor Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post Source: The Thaiger 2024-02-19 - 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 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Gottfrid Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 What do you expect from raw or undercooked inland fish as well as great overuse of Pla Ra, the rotten fish. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huangnon Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 Sadly true. Two of my Thai staff have died from it within the last 15 years, at relatively young ages also. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post smedly Posted February 19 Popular Post Share Posted February 19 3 hours ago, webfact said: Public Health Minister Cholnan Srikaew has revealed that Thailand has the highest rate of cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer) among the Asean nations. a hub that is actually accurate 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StayinThailand2much Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 Interesting. According to Google: "Very rare: Fewer than 20,000 U.S. cases per year", but more than 1% of the population in Thailand? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thingamabob Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 Overdoing the spice perhaps ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post hotchilli Posted February 19 Popular Post Share Posted February 19 4 hours ago, Gottfrid said: What do you expect from raw or undercooked inland fish as well as great overuse of Pla Ra, the rotten fish. 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbee2022 Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 The article gives the answer: age, liver flukes, and alcohol (presumably). 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Srikcir Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 "Food and drinks to stay away from in Thailand", Thaiger 16 September 2021 Updated: 22 June 2023 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PETERTHEEATER Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 Liver flukes. A parasite that can be transferred to humans who eat raw or undercooked fish. Well known source in Thailand is fermented 'pickled' gourami fish caught in wet ricefields. Plah Ra. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post xtrnuno41 Posted February 19 Popular Post Share Posted February 19 It is already some years ago, Thailand wanted to prohibit some pesticides, they still use, which are way long forbidden in western world. I never ever heard it was final, as there were many protests about prohibiting. There you go, have vegan food it is healthy ! 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Theory Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 12 hours ago, webfact said: diet, toxins, stress At least we have some control on these 🤔 mid we are really consider about living healthy, but not all are aware of it. Public education is always important rather than focusing on useless other things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lordgrinz Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 17 minutes ago, The Theory said: At least we have some control on these 🤔 mid we are really consider about living healthy, but not all are aware of it. Public education is always important rather than focusing on useless other things. I was way healthier living in my small town back in the US, food here is questionable at best, toxins are a given, and stress is off the charts. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter zwart Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 It increasingly appears that Thailand is going to pay the price for the policy of the past decades, fueled by corruption. Filling pockets has been and still is more important than the health and education of its population. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john donson Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 (edited) at least they know it is because of a fluke... so why not use a famous parasite killer that cannot be named for 3 years of that disease that killed 0,01% of sick people Edited February 21 by john donson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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