World Health Organization Thailand

24/12/2025

WHO Representative Joins Medical Preparedness onsite visit for the 33rd SEA Games Closing Ceremony in Bangkok

WHO Representative Joins Medical Preparedness onsite visit for the 33rd SEA Games Closing Ceremony in Bangkok

16/12/2025

12/12/2025

The world is navigating a period of transition in financing of health and development. Traditional sources of global support are shifting, while new pressures -- from climate change to ageing populations -- are reshaping national health priorities. In this dynamic landscape, 's 🇹🇭 leadership on UHC is timely and essential, building on the nation's sustained progress toward achieving health for all, Dr Catharina Boehme, Officer-in-Charge, WHO South-East Asia, highlights in her opinion piece in Bangkok Post today.

Read the entire piece here: https://www.bangkokpost.com/opinion/opinion/3154248/taking-the-national-universal-health-coverage-experience-global

12/12/2025

12/12/2025

มากกว่าครึ่งหนึ่งของประชากรโลกยังคงขาดการเข้าถึงบริการสุขภาพที่จำเป็น โดย 16% เป็นผู้พิการ
ค่าใช้จ่ายที่สูงขึ้นด้านสุขภาพทำให้ความไม่เท่าเทียมทางสุขภาพเพิ่มมากขึ้น
ในวันหลักประกันสุขภาพถ้วนหน้าสากล 2568 นี้ องค์การอนามัยโลก (WHO) และ UHC2030 ขอเรียกร้องให้หลักประกันสุขภาพถ้วนหน้า
มีการคำนึงถึงสิทธิและความต้องการของกลุ่มที่เปราะบาง เช่น ผู้พิการ

อ่านฉบับเต็มได้ที่: https://www.uhc2030.org/news-and-events/news/article/disability-inclusion-and-universal-health-coverage-go-hand-in-hand/?no_cache=1

11/12/2025

Today, Dr Catharina Boehme, Officer-in-Charge of WHO South-East Asia, accompanied by Dr Ailan Li, WHO Representative to Thailand, paid a courtesy visit to Mr Pattana Promphat, H.E. Minister of Public Health of Thailand. The discussions focused on strengthening collaboration including healthy ageing, non-communicable diseases, digital health, and border health. WHO also explored opportunities to enhance support through Thailand’s WHO Collaborating Centers, underscoring their role in global health leadership.

The meeting was joined by Dr Sophon Iamsirithaworn, Deputy Permanent Secretary, alongside Dr Chakarat Pittayawonganon, Director, Global Health Division. This visit marks Dr Boehme’s first official mission to Thailand in her current role.

11/12/2025

Dr Catharina Boehme, Officer-in-Charge, WHO South-East Asia, emphasized that “sustained and strategic reform is not optional — it is essential to secure resilient and equitable financing for Universal Health Coverage”, at the National UHC Conference in Bangkok, Thailand on 11 December 2025

11/12/2025

Thailand Takes Action Against Drowsy Driving 🚦
On 8 Dec 2025, MOPH and WHO Thailand launched the national campaign “Don’t Drive Drowsy – Stay Awake, Stay Alive” in Bangkok—just in time for the New Year travel rush.

Drowsy driving is the third leading cause of crashes in Thailand. Fatigue impairs judgment and slows reaction time—but it’s preventable, and medical fitness can be managed. Together, we can make every journey safe.

✅ Stay alert.
✅ Check your health.
✅ Don’t drive drowsy.

Read more here:
https://www.who.int/thailand/news/detail/10-12-2025-thailand-takes-action-to-combat-drowsy-driving

https://pr.moph.go.th//online/index/news/332213

11/12/2025

04/12/2025

At the upcoming National UHC Conference, 17 organizations are joining forces under the banner of “SAFE Financing” to strengthen universal health coverage for all. Dr Jadej, Secretary-General of NHSO, emphasized “We are ready to listen to every perspective to build a stronger health system.”
Research from HSRI will spotlight evidence that could reshape policy, while global partners reaffirm that UHC is not just a national priority—it’s a global commitment.

Yesterday, during the press briefing, WHO highlighted that guidance is a two-way street. We learn from countries like Thailand, whose experience informs global standards. WHO also stressed that UHC and primary health care were central to Thailand’s robust COVID-19 response—an example now shared beyond its borders. Our role spans producing evidence-based guidance, contextualizing it for the region, and supporting Thailand in sharing best practices internationally.
This conference isn’t just a meeting—it’s a moment to align evidence, experience, and vision for a healthier future for everyone.

S-A-F-E (Sustainability-Adequacy-Fairness- Efficiency) https://www.hsri.or.th/policy_brief/711