Thai Social Security Criticized Over Death and Poor Care

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Photo via Facebook/ Sirote Klampaiboon (ศิโรตม์ คล้ามไพบูลย์)

 

A heartbreaking story from Thailand is drawing attention to the shortcomings of the country's Social Security Office (SSO) healthcare. A man named Chatpat Chuthichok took to Facebook to share the tragic death of his 52-year-old brother, striking a chord with many others who have similar complaints about the SSO's medical services.

 

On February 27, Chatpat's brother visited a hospital under the SSO scheme due to chest pain and difficulty breathing, but was sent home the same night despite his condition. By the next morning, his symptoms worsened, prompting another hospital visit. Although family members were ready to pay for better care beyond what SSO covered, it was already too late. His brother died on February 28 after suffering heart failure.

 

Chatpat's post called for caution to those relying on SSO healthcare, claiming that serious treatment only begins when patients are critically ill. His words resonated with many Thai netizens who shared their dissatisfaction, citing common issues like long waits, unkind staff, and hurried diagnoses.

 

 

Political figures have taken notice. Ratchanok Srinok, an MP from the People’s Party, has expressed her sympathy for Chatpat’s loss. She is investigating allegations of corruption within the SSO, which is accused of prioritizing profit over care. The organization has been under fire for reportedly mishandling funds for lavish trips and ineffective projects.

 

Private citizens, employees, and employers alike are voicing their outrage, noting that contributions to the SSO seem wasted on poor health services, often leading to additional out-of-pocket expenses for private insurance. Public calls for reform are growing ever louder, demanding better accountability and service from Thailand's Social Security Office, reported The Thaiger.

 

-- 2025-03-03

 

 

[MikeandDow]

Thais are just wondering now! where the money has gone !! its been on the news for years

The Social Security Office's (SSO) spending, which includes first-class tickets, an 850-million-baht web app and 450 million baht to produce calendars,

 just the tip of the iceberg

[bkk6060]

I question sometimes how much this country values human life.  Sad.

[EVENKEEL]

Waiting for the "Gov hospitals are as good as the private ones" brigade.

[blaze master]

1 hour ago, MikeandDow said:

Thais are just wondering now! where the money has gone !! its been on the news for years

The Social Security Office's (SSO) spending, which includes first-class tickets, an 850-million-baht web app and 450 million baht to produce calendars,

 just the tip of the iceberg

 

I was scolded a few weeks ago and told that thai value family so much. 

 

Clearly they do. 

 

22 minutes ago, bkk6060 said:

I question sometimes how much this country values human life.  Sad.