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Oct 30, 2023

Community Health Plan of the National Health Security Office Fund, Koh Samui Municipality

Exciting news! Koh Samui Municipality has launched a comprehensive Community Health Plan to tackle primary health concerns in the community. With a budget of 13,993,066.10 baht, this plan aims to provide support and preventative measures for the wellbeing of all community members. 💪🏼 Meetings will be held on November 1, 3, and 4 at the Phet Samui meeting room of the Koh Samui Municipality Office to discuss the plan and find solutions for a more effective implementation. For more info, contact NHSO Fund at 077426075, 0887620655. CommunityHealthPlan KohSamuiMunicipality NHSOFund Healthcare WellBeing PublicHealth CommunitySupport Prevention

Oct 30, 2023

Review of the 2013 Follow-Up and Evaluation Committee Meeting of the Koh Samui Municipal Health Insurance Fund

📢 Exciting news! The 2013 FollowUp and Evaluation Committee Meeting of the Koh Samui Municipal Health Insurance Fund was a success, bringing together government officials, municipal employees, and representatives from local hospitals and public health villages. Important decisions were made, including the appointment of auxiliary committees to support the main committee. 😊 Stay tuned for more updates and upcoming engagements on October 1921, 2014, where target groups will learn about the fund and how to secure funding for community healthcare projects. KohSamui HealthInsuranceFund CommunityHealthcareProjects Updates Engagements Healthcare

Oct 28, 2023

Welcoming a Study Group from Dusongyo Subdistrict, Narathiwat Province

🌟 Welcoming a Study Group from Dusongyo Subdistrict, Narathiwat Province! 🌟 We had a productive meeting at Koh Samui Municipal Office, where 46 officials from Dusongyo Subdistrict learned about waste management from an environmental scientist. Excited for future collaborations! 🌍📚💪 knowledgeexchange wastemanagementseminar communitydevelopment KohSamui tourism

Oct 26, 2023

Charges Against Spanish Chef for Murder and Dismemberment on Koh Phangan

🚨 Charges Against Spanish Chef for Murder and Dismemberment on Koh Phangan 🚨 A Spanish chef, Daniel Bronchalo, faces charges for the murder and dismemberment of Colombian surgeon Edwin Arteaga, shocking the peaceful island of Koh Phangan. With vibrant parties and diving spots, Koh Phangan is now in the spotlight for this gruesome act of violence. JusticeForArteaga KohPhanganMurder DarkSideOfParadise ShockingNews StayTuned

Oct 26, 2023

Comprehensive Flood Prevention and Drainage Systems for Koh Samui

🌊 Koh Samui is making great strides in improving its infrastructure to prevent floods and enhance tourism, with a recent meeting held to address the issue. With careful planning and execution, Koh Samui is determined to overcome challenges and become an even more incredible destination. 🏝️💪 KohSamui FloodPrevention TourismBoost ImprovingInfrastructure

Oct 22, 2023

Worship Ceremony for Phra Phrom Shrine and Ta-Yai Shrine: A Celebration of Auspiciousness

Join the celebration of auspiciousness and unity at the Worship Ceremony for Phra Phrom Shrine and TaYai Shrine in Koh Samui Municipality. This event brings together people from different sectors to seek blessings and good fortune, strengthening their connection to cultural heritage. KohSamui WorshipCeremony CulturalHeritage CommunityTraditions GoodFortune Unity

Oct 22, 2023

Koh Samui Flood Prevention Project: Phase 4

Join the Koh Samui Flood Prevention Project public meeting and help improve flood prevention and drainage systems in Laem Yai, Cheng Mon, and Maenam! Community involvement is crucial in ensuring the solutions are tailored to the needs of the region. KohSamui FloodPrevention CommunityInvolvement SustainableTourism ThailandTourism

Oct 20, 2023

Koh Samui Municipality Health Insurance Fund and Koh Samui Hospital Launch Colon and Rectal Cancer Screening Project

Koh Samui Municipality Health Insurance Fund and Koh Samui Hospital have launched a screening project to identify highrisk colorectal cancer patients and provide early diagnosis and appropriate treatment. 272 individuals registered for the screening, showcasing the organizations' commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of the local community. kohsamui colorectalcancer healthcare earlydetection communityhealth

Oct 20, 2023

Community and Network Organization Committee Meeting: An Overview

"Join the Koh Samui Municipality's efforts to bring the community together! The Community and Network Organization Committee held their first meeting for the year, inviting representatives from all 118 communities to suggest ways of working together. Download the LINE application 'Koh Samui Municipality' for future collaborations and stay tuned for more updates! KohSamuiMunicipality CommunityCommitteeMeeting PublicParticipation LINEapplication ThailandTourism IslandLife"

Oct 20, 2023

The 5th/2018 Meeting of the Committee to Support the Development Plan of Koh Samui Municipality

Koh Samui's committee for development recently held their 5th meeting to discuss the annual action plan for 2018. The government and municipal employees worked together to address urgent problems, align with community needs, and allocate budget accordingly. KohSamui DevelopmentPlan CommunityCollaboration

Oct 19, 2023

Music Therapy Project: A Boon for the Elderly in Maret Subdistrict

"🎶👵🏼🕺 The Maret Subdistrict Health Promotion Hospital in Koh Samui District started a Music Therapy Project for the Elderly, using rhythmic music and dancing to enhance physical and mental health. 💪🏼🧠 Supported by the Koh Samui Municipality Health Insurance Fund, the project is training 30 elderly participants in enjoyable exercises to improve their quality of life. musictherapy eldercare healthpromotion kohsamui thailandtourism"

Oct 16, 2023

Music Therapy Project for the Elderly: Rhythm and Wellness

"Promoting physical exercise and mental wellbeing among elderly citizens, the Music Therapy Project for the Elderly has been launched in Na Mueang Subdistrict, Koh Samui District. Funded by the Koh Samui City Health Insurance Fund, the project uses rhythm and music to improve overall quality of life, with 30 participants engaging in singing, dancing and more. MusicTherapyProject ElderlyWellness KohSamui Thailand"

Oct 15, 2023

Koh Samui City Municipality Extends Support to Israelis on the Island

Deputy Mayor Mr. Sutham Samathong showed support to the Israeli community by visiting the Chabad House on the island, expressing sympathy and solidarity amidst the ongoing conflict in their home country. This visit also aimed to reassure tourists and locals on Koh Samui and offer support. KohSamui Israel solidarity support tourism ChabadHouse

Oct 13, 2023

Music Therapy Program for the Elderly: A Path to Wellness and Happiness

The Koh Samui Senior Welfare Center has launched a music therapy program for the elderly, aimed at enhancing their overall quality of life. By engaging with different musical instruments, participants can exercise, build mental strength, and foster social connections, leading to increased happiness and better physical and mental health. KohSamui SeniorWelfare MusicTherapy ElderlyCare QualityOfLife MentalStrength SocialConnections PhysicalHealth MentalHealth Happiness

Oct 12, 2023

Chulalongkorn Day Celebrations in Koh Samui

Join the Chulalongkorn Day celebration on October 13, 2023 in Koh Samui and honor the transformative accomplishments of King Chulalongkorn, one of the greatest kings in Thai history. Don't miss the meritmaking ceremony and wreathlaying ceremony at the Kanjanapisek Auditorium. ChulalongkornDay KohSamui ThaiHistory HonoringTheKing MeritMaking WreathLayingCeremony

Oct 11, 2023

Volunteer Development for Public Benefit on Navamindrahamaraj Day

"Join us in celebrating Navamindrahamaraj Day on Koh Samui by giving back to the community through volunteer activities. Let's unite in selflessness and improve our community with the 'We do good deeds wholeheartedly' project. Together, we can honor the memory of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej and foster love, unity, harmony, and cooperation. KohSamui Volunteer NavamindrahamarajDay CommunityService WeDoGoodDeedsWholeheartedly KingBhumibolAdulyadej"

Oct 6, 2023

Koh Samui Municipality's Elderly Living Allowance Application Guidelines

Koh Samui residents aged 60 and above can apply for the Elderly Living Allowance for fiscal year 20232024. Contact the Social Welfare Department at the Koh Samui Municipality Office for more information. KohSamui ElderlyLivingAllowance CommunitySupport

Oct 4, 2023

Wat Promoting Good Health Project: A Collaborative Effort for Monks' Well-being in 2019

"Discover the Wat Promoting Good Health Project, empowering Buddhist monks to take charge of their own health care through selfawareness and responsibility. This groundbreaking initiative was supported by the Koh Samui Municipality Health Insurance Fund and has the potential to inspire similar programs in the future. WatPromotingGoodHealth BuddhistMonks HealthcareAwareness KohSamui ThailandTourism"

Oct 2, 2023

New City Clerk of Koh Samui Municipality: A Warm Welcome

Koh Samui Municipality introduces their new City Clerk, Mr. Prasert Rattanawicha, in a warm welcoming ceremony attended by local officials. Congratulations and best wishes from all of us at KohSamui CityClerk WelcomingCeremony Tourism Travelgram

Sep 30, 2023

Retirement Ceremony of Koh Samui Municipal Clerk, Mr. Panom Wilairat

"Koh Samui Municipality honors the retirement of its Municipal Clerk, Mr. Panom Wilairat, after years of dedicated service to the community. We thank him for his contributions and wish him well in his next chapter! KohSamui RetirementCelebration CommunityService"