Keyword: "Department of Disease Control"

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Over 10% of Thai population live with diabetes

Over 10% of Thai population live with diabetes

The Thai Ministry of Public Health has urged the public to eat healthily and exercise regularly to minimise the risk of diabetes, a deadly disease that plagues over 6.5 million Thai people, or about one tenth of the population.

Thailand to increase COVID-19 tests on at-risk groups

Thailand to increase COVID-19 tests on at-risk groups

The number of COVID-19 tests on at-risk groups, such as healthcare workers, migrants and new prisoners, is expected to double next month, in line with the Thai government's efforts to contain the virus, according to the Department of Disease Control (CDC).