Health Information

A Pregnant Woman in The Year of the Cow: How...

At present, there is no enough data to confirm that COVID-19 infected pregnant woman has risks of miscarriage or death. It is only shown that infection in pregnancy may have more severe symptoms.

How to Protect ‘Chiangmaians’ from PM 2.5?

we all know how dangerous PM2.5 is. In the meantime, when all parties (both the public and private sections) are finding ways to diminish the pollution in the long term, Chiang Mai people should fully protect themselves from pollution. It is to decrease the impact and harm that will happen to us and our loved ones.

Diabetes Management During Ramadan

During Ramadan, or Muslim fasting month, which this year is from April 13 to May 12, Muslims need to abstain from all food, drink, water, and medicine from dawn to sunset.

We Stop Breathing During Sleep?

We all know that after we breathe in, we breathe out. But how we make sure that each night we sleep in a deeper night, we still breathe regularly? And if not... What is going to happen to us?

Mysterious Lump in Your Neck!?!

The thyroid nodule is in front of the neck, which can be a single or multiple nodule. If you carefully notice yourself, you will find that the nodule moves up and down following the swallowing. In case of thyroid inflammation or thyroid bleeding, you will get hurt when groping your neck.

Know your BMI without Calculating by Yourself!

I believe that no one wants to become fat. Overweight or obese does not affect only our appearance but also our health. It is a silent danger causing many diseases. Today, I will show you how to calculate to see whether we have already been overweight or not?

A Chink of Light for Body Weight Control

During the pandemic of the Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), an array of medical studies addressing risks in people with obesity, whether it is in terms of being associated with heart disease, the risk of admission in the hospital, the occurrence of heart failure, even death from the virus in question.

Good Night’s Sleep: DIY Tips

Do you know that getting enough sleep can be created by yourself? By this article hereunder, the secrets of good quality sleep, which you can "Do it Yourself" will be clearly revealed. Just practice sleep hygiene by training yourself to behave in the following ways, which will help you get a good night's sleep until the morning.

Knowing Our Inner Bomb?

If you are a woman at the age of 40, it is riskier at you more than at men of the same ages, with a ratio of 1:6. In fact, a Cerebral Aneurysm commonly finds as well as it is a significant problem for people aged 40-60 years.

Sustainable Weight Loss

Looking around, you may have heard girls generally bemoan "I’m Fatt…t" and tend to lose weight in various ways. Till it recently becomes popular health trends to keep in shape, e.g. Clean Eating, Ketogenic Diet, Gluten-free Diet, Intermittent Fasting, T25 Workout, Marathon, Pilates. Nowadays, both gym addicts and fashionistas concur that "Obesity" is malignant to health and beauty!

Stroke: Let’s Be FAST!

We know every minute is precious! The Stroke Fast Track doctor team who worthily uses every minute to save stroke patients!

“Aspirin” A Can-Do-More Hero?

While a Westerners hearsay “An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor Away” has been renowned; some people currently believe in “Aspirin”

Carb Foods

Carb or Carbohydrates are the main sources of energy for the body. Most people should receive between 50 to 60 percent of their total energy from carbohydrates.

Skin Biopsy

is cutting or slice a sample of skin lesions to have a pathological examination.

Pregnancy Stretch Marks

If you are concerned about stretch marks and want to reduce their appearance, the skin experts at Bangkok Hospital Chiang Mai are ready to help.

Hair Loss After Pregnancy

You can help prevent postpartum hair loss by maintaining a healthy lifestyle during pregnancy and after delivery.

Why Childhood Vaccinations are Important

Childhood vaccinations can save your baby’s life and protect your child from deadly diseases.

Office Syndrome

Office Syndrome is typically found in office workers who spend many hours in front of a computer screen.

Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in female. It is estimated that 1 in 8 women who lives up to 80 years old will develop breast cancer.

Cervical Cancer Can Be Prevented

Cervical cancer is cancer that can be prevented by taking a good care of your health.

Stroke Facts You Must Know

In Thailand, stroke is the third leading cause of death after cancer and heart disease.

Bleeding in the Brain: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments and Prevention

Intracerebral hemorrhage is a major cause of disability, paralysis and fatality.

Sunlight and Pollution: A Dangerous Combination for Our Skin

The combination of sunlight and pollution can have a negative impact on the skin. The rays from the sun are categorized into UVA and UVB rays.

Lung Cancer: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment

Smoking causes the majority of lung cancers. The remaining cases are caused by external risk factors such as inhaling volatile chemicals or substances mixed with heavy metals or continuous exposure to radiation.

Living with Diabetes

Diabetes is a chronic disease. With the proper treatment, blood glucose levels can be controlled to slow down the occurrence of vascular complications.

Diabetes and Heart Failure

Diabetics will begin to have a risk of heart failure from the initial start of high blood sugar.

The Truth About Ice or Methamphetamine

You don’t have to face drug addiction alone. Just keep an open mind and talk to addiction professionals, because drug addiction is manageable and can be treated.

Substance Use Treatment

Our comprehensive substance use and addiction treatment program provides the tools and resources necessary to provide effective rehabilitation and treatment for those seeking recovery.

Methadone Maintenance Therapy

Methadone is a synthetic opioid used for short-term treatments of opioid withdrawal and long-term opioid replacement therapy in the medical treatment of opioid addiction.

Hydrotherapy

The science of healing and relaxation by using water and special guidance from the physical therapist.

What Are Targeted Cancer Therapies?

Targeted cancer therapies are drugs or other substances that block the growth and spread of cancer by interfering with specific molecules ("molecular targets") that are involved in the growth, progression, and spread of cancer.

3D Laparoscopic Cholesectomy

Bangkok Hospital Chiang Mai unveils 3D Laparoscopic Surgical Technology which is now being used to treat obesity and gastro-intestinal issues.

Six Things to Know About Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease

Hand, foot and mouth disease has become an epidemic recently. Our BCM doctors would like to give a detail on this disease.

Healthy Pregnancy

The most important thing that new parents are concerned about is to have a healthy and smart baby who will grow up to be a good and productive person in the future. In order to achieve this

Zika Virus

Due to a recent Zika virus infectious within Chiang Mai province, we, Bangkok Hospital Chiang Mai doctors, would like to tell you more about this virus. Is Zika virus dangerous?