Health-Emergency Do you have problems with the polluted air? Air quality and the concentration of air pollutants vary depending on the season and weather conditions. In general, air quality is worse during the drier and cooler months, especially from December to February, when pollutants tend to accumulate due to stagnant air masses. During these months, AQI values ​​can often indicate “Unhealthy for sensitive groups” or worse. (AQI - Air Quality Index). Nights and mornings in particular can be bad, during the day solar radiation helps the air rise and mix higher in the atmosphere, only to then sink back after sunset. You can consider buying an air purifyer for your home since the windows here are not so tight. Also follow development on AQ web sites. | Tue Jan 28 18:25 (id: 659)

Health-Emergency Emergency care in Thailand In Thailand, all hospitals are obliged to treat emergencies. Thus, farangs can receive treatment everywhere. However, one should be careful because 1) Thai hospitals may prioritize the care of Thais, lack beds, and generally have fewer resources. Private hospitals, on the other hand, can be expensive. If you lack money to pay for care, the hospital will work with you to get paid. They may even keep patients who do not cooperate and pay. Also, be careful about how much care is provided because they have an incentive to get the maximum amount of money. Most importantly, have insurance that covers any medical expenses in Thailand to a high amount. If you have home insurance that covers international health care in your home country, check how much it covers. | Tue Jan 28 18:23 (id: 660)

Health-Pharma Pharmacy In Thailand There are small pharmacies in every other block. Often there is a competent pharmacist or pharmacist who speaks English. Many medicines that require a doctor's visit and a prescription in Sweden can be obtained over the counter. It is best to keep track of your specific medicine or its active ingredient/substance - and ask for it - or show its name. It is very rare that you do not succeed that way. Strong medicines or expensive special medicines sometimes require other ways. | Tue Jan 28 18:16 (id: 694)

Health-MedTourism The world's top hospital for medical tourism is in Thailand. In ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Nations), all countries have a specialty, and Thailand's is healthcare. Among other things, Bangkok has Bumrungrad International Hospital, which has been ranked by Newsweek as the world's top hospital for medical tourism for several years in a row. Thailand is also known for cosmetic procedures and plastic surgery, but here it's about advanced things from heart surgery, cancer care, hip surgery and so on. | Tue Jan 28 18:13 (id: 693)

Health-Wellness Important things to consider for short stay /tourists As a tourist, you don't need to change your habits, but two things are very important to keep in mind. Firstly, you have to be careful with the sun. There are many who get sunburned on the first day and then have their vacation ruined. Make sure not to lie in the sun between 10:00 and 15:00. If you are at the beach then, make sure to get a massage or visit a restaurant. Secondly, you have to make sure to stay hydrated. Many people don't realize how much fluid they lose and some tend to drink only coffee or alcohol, which can lead to negative consequences. Make sure to get enough sleep and drink water, preferably with electrolytes in it from time to time. Eating fruit is also nice in the heat and a good way to get fluids. | Tue Jan 28 18:13 (id: 692)

Health-Wellness Important things to consider for residents When living in Thailand, it's easy to get lazy. Many expats gain weight due to good and always available food, too much alcohol, and lack of exercise. If you're going to be here for a while, create habits that protect your health. Find activities that you enjoy and, as is the advice to all tourists in the heat, make sure to stay well hydrated - and not with beer and coffee. | Tue Jan 28 18:12 (id: 691)