Phetchabun Screens 97.3% for HCV; 96.4% of SVR12-Evaluable Patients Are Cured, but Transmission Elimination Is Unproven
Phetchabun’s micro-elimination programme linked fingerstick anti-HCV testing, HCV-RNA confirmation, and 12-week sofosbuvir/velpatasvir treatment through primary-care and district-hospital services across all 11 districts under universal health coverage. From 2020 to April 2026, 389,547 of 400,567 targeted people were screened (97.25%); 14,845 of 18,340 anti-HCV-reactive participants received RNA confirmation (80.94%), identifying 10,996 active infections. Of 8,961 treatment-eligible patients, 8,842 received therapy (98.67%); among 6,719 evaluated at SVR12, 6,474 were cured (96.35%). The programme demonstrates province-scale test-to-treat feasibility, but not yet the incidence or mortality reductions required for elimination.
Wijitra Phaengkha · Pornjarim Nilyanimit · Nungruthai Suntronwong · Jiratchaya Puenpa · Duong Hoang Huy Le · Saranya Ngamnimit · Pattama Janpathip · Lapasrada Kamput · Kawin Thongnoi · Wanalee Toomta · Phatcha Wohanklong · Jarunlak Saokeaw · Niphapornt Thammajit · Suwannee Rerngleum · Ananyalak Yoisara · Nitiya Srisuk · Jidapa Suwannachat · Anchalee Karagate · Rujipat Wasitthankasem · Yong PoovorawanNam Nao Hospital, Phetchabun · Center of Excellence in Clinical Virology, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University · Phetchabun Provincial Public Health Office · Phetchabun Hospital · Buengsamphan Hospital · Lomsak Hospital · Chondaen Hospital · Si Thep Hospital · Wang Pong Hospital · Wichianburi Hospital · Lomkao Crown Prince Hospital · Nongphai Hospital · Khao Kho Hospital · National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, NSTDA · The Royal Society of Thailand
An international expert statement spanning 22 countries reviews links among food systems, cardiometabolic health and the Sustainable Development Goals. It advocates plant-forward traditional diets rich in whole grains, legumes, vegetables, fruit, nuts and spices, with meat used sparingly.
The multicentre survey analysed 604 patients from 25 Thai hospitals between December 2023 and March 2024. SSRIs accounted for 70.2% of prescriptions, followed by TCAs at 13.9% and trazodone at 12.7%. The most common diagnoses were depressive disorders (55.0%), substance use disorders (15.2%) and psychotic disorders (13.7%). Clinicians cited limited availability (21.9%), reimbursement arrangements (36.3%) and patient finances (33.9%) as prescribing constraints.
A post hoc analysis of the DEN-301 placebo arm followed 30,620.6 person-years, identifying 560 virologically confirmed dengue cases among 9,698 febrile illnesses; 142 cases, or 25.4%, were hospitalized.
A 20-year-old man on automated peritoneal dialysis developed vague abdominal symptoms, weight loss and declining ultrafiltration. Repeated dialysate cultures, acid-fast staining and molecular tests were negative despite mononuclear-predominant leukocytosis. Contrast CT identified peritoneal nodules, CT peritoneography showed a trapped dialysate pocket, and targeted biopsy demonstrated necrotising granulomatous inflammation. Tissue culture grew M. kansasii resistant to rifampicin, moxifloxacin and ciprofloxacin.
HITAP reviewed 278 HTA capacity-strengthening activities in 25 countries from 2010 to mid-2025. Asia accounted for 151 activities and 128 engagements were programmatic rather than ad hoc. Knowledge sharing represented 26% and research or project collaboration 21%. Among 11 African partner countries, only three had programmatic engagement, accounting for 30 activities.
Morphology combined with ITS, LSU, rpb2 and β-tub phylogenies distinguished Nigropunctata pseudohydei as a new species and confirmed the first Thai record of N. complanata.
Thai researchersZaw Lin Tun · Digvijayini Bundhun · Kevin D. Hyde
An eight-country perspective argues that telemedicine, wearables and home sensors, augmented AI and mobile health can distribute expertise, observe symptoms between visits and support self-management, particularly where neurologists are scarce. Impact depends on infrastructure, interoperability, workforce, governance and equity-first hybrid care, not devices alone.
DJC6219 and NK62157 were isolated from municipal wastewater and characterised through host-range assays, electron microscopy, stability, multiplicity-of-infection optimisation, growth kinetics and genomics.
The authors review challenges in estimating preventable AMR burden and advocate explicit counterfactuals, confounding control and principled combination of individual studies.
Thai researchersCherry Lim · Sue J. Lee · Yin Mo · Ben S. Cooper
Ten Asia-Pacific experts developed 11 consensus statements on mild traumatic brain injury and use of GFAP/UCH-L1 within 12 hours. Final agreement was 90-100%, emphasizing biomarkers as adjuncts while clinical assessment and locally available imaging remain central.
RGD-functionalized cannabidiol lipid nanoparticles increased cellular uptake threefold and in-vitro BBB transport by 65%, while reducing inflammatory and oxidative markers. In a preclinical Alzheimer's model, cognition, Aβ/tau pathology, metabolism and gut-barrier indicators improved. The findings are promising but not evidence in patients.
Researchers used the UNDRR Stop Disasters online game with students, water professionals and community members in Thailand and Malaysia. A post-game survey of 35 participants found high enjoyment, lively interaction and perceived reinforcement of declarative flood-management knowledge.
Thailand-affiliated bibliographic records. These are not full analyses; they are ordered by Impact Signal and should be verified against the original source.
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2,955 records
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Tourist perceptions and service design for sustainable community forests
Implementing a seven-color NCD risk screening system across 39 academic health institutions in Thailand using the consolidated framework for implementation research
Praboromarajchanok Institute Ministry of Public Health · Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Khon Kaen · Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Yala · Ministry of Public Health · Sirindhorn College of Public Health, Khon Kaen · Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Udon Thani · Boromarajonani College of Nursing · Sirindhorn College of Public Health, Trang
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Multidisciplinary
Integrating participatory ecosystem service valuation and community perspectives for Thale Noi Wetland conservation
Sakon Nakhon Rajabhat University · Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya
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Multidisciplinary
Green Finance, Stage of Economic Development, and Low-Carbon Transition: Evidence from Dynamic Panel and Threshold Regression Models Using Chinese Prefecture-Level-City Data
Natural deep eutectic solvents for sustainable bioactive compound extraction: Fundamentals, emerging technologies, current scale-up challenges, and future industrial perspectives
Advances in Sample Preparation
Thailand-affiliated authors
Hla Myo · Desy Liana · Anuchit Phanumartwiwath
Institutions
Chulalongkorn University
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Multidisciplinary
The STUDIES model: validating a human-centric framework for Education 5.0
International Journal of Evaluation and Research in Education (IJERE)
Development of a Chatbot-Based Training System Focusing on Factors Affecting Business Success for Entrepreneurs in the Nation Building Businessman Community (NBBC), Thailand
Mahidol University · Praboromarajchanok Institute Ministry of Public Health · Pathumthani University · Yala Rajabhat University
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Multidisciplinary
Tissue-Specific Lipid Profiles and Valorization Potential of Oils from Processing By-Products of the Invasive Blackchin Tilapia (Sarotherodon melanotheron)
FACTORS INFLUENCING RESIDENT SATISFACTION IN DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY TRAINING AT PHRAMONGKUTKLAO HOSPITAL
Journal of Southeast Asian Medical Research
Thailand-affiliated authors
Than Prapanpot · Chatwadee Limpaiboon · Tunlada Wiriyanukhroh
Institutions
Phramongkutklao Hospital
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Multidisciplinary
Improving DASH Diet Behaviors, Knowledge and Clinical Outcomes in Uncontrolled Hypertension through a Self-Management DASH Diet Intervention: A Quasi-Experimental Study
Journal of Food Health and Bioenvironmental Science
Thailand-affiliated authors
Surat Thipwat · Anucha Taiwong · Kamthorn Dana · Monruedee Saenchan · Rattikan Raksapakdee · Thanyakamon Srisakhot
Institutions
Mahasarakham Hospital · Praboromarajchanok Institute Ministry of Public Health · Srimahasarakham Nursing College
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Multidisciplinary
From social learning mechanisms to cultural participation: the mediating role of learning culture in Miao embroidery communities
Frontiers in Psychology
Thailand-affiliated authors
Xiong Rong · Yaoping Liu
Institutions
Rajamangala University of Technology · Rajamangala University of Technology Krungthep
