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The Department of Health Calls for Academic Submissions

Introduction to the National Conference The Department of Health has extended an invitation to academicians, health enthusiasts, and professionals in the field of public health and environmental health to contribute their scholarly works. The 17th National Conference on Health Promotion and Environmental Health aims to serve as a platform for sharing innovative ideas and research in the field. Set against the backdrop of 2024’s theme, “Harmony Health: A Journey to Wellbeing,” the conference is poised to foster a collaborative environment for advancements in health practices and policies.

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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”

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Aerobic Dance for Health: An Exercise Project for Students

The Exercise Project: Aerobic Dance for Health was inaugurated on September 13, 2023, at Wat Buntharikaram School in Bo Phut Subdistrict, Koh Samui District. The event aimed at promoting a healthy lifestyle among students by providing them with an opportunity to engage in proper aerobic dance exercises. The project was attended by teachers, students, municipal employees, and public health and environmental officials.

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Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Surveillance and Prevention Project

On September 12, 2023, at 09:00 a.m., Ban Bo Phut School in Bo Phut Subdistrict, Koh Samui District, hosted the opening ceremony of the Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Surveillance and Prevention Project. Mr. Suchat Sriinsai, a National Health Security Fund Committee member, presided over the event. Attendees included the Fund Committee, officials from the Bang Rak Public Health Service Center, teachers, students, municipal officials, and the Public Health and Environment Department.

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Promoting Physical Development for Elementary School Children at Ban Bo Phut School

On September 6, 2023, at 9:00 am, Ban Bo Phut School in Bo Phut Subdistrict, Koh Samui District, hosted a special event. Mr. Silpchai Wanichjaroen, a member of the City Council, presided over the opening ceremony of a new project aimed at promoting physical development for elementary school children at Ban Bo Phut School. In attendance were members of the City Council, the fund committee, teachers, students, and municipal employees from the Department of Public Health and Environment.

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New Generation Teenagers: Be Aware of Accident Dangers Project

On September 5, 2023, at 8:30 AM at Ban Bo Phut School, Bo Phut Subdistrict, Koh Samui District, Mr. Suchat Sriinsai, a committee member of the Health Fund, presided over the opening ceremony of the New Generation Teenagers: Be Aware of Accident Dangers project. The event was attended by teachers, students of Ban Bo Phut School, officials from the Health Promotion Hospital of Bo Phut Subdistrict, municipal staff, and the Department of Public Health and Environment.

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Exercise with Aerobics to Reduce Childhood Obesity Project

On September 5, 2023, at 9:30 AM, Wat Phu Khao Thong School in Mae Nam Subdistrict, Koh Samui District, held the opening ceremony for the Exercise with Aerobics to Reduce Childhood Obesity Project. Miss Siranee Sisikajorn, Deputy Director of Wat Phu Khao Thong School, presided over the event. Key participants included members of the municipal council, health fund committee, teachers, students, trainers, municipal staff, and representatives from the Department of Public Health and Environment.

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Aerobics for Health Project: Promoting Fitness and Well-being in Schools

The Aerobics for Health project was launched on September 5, 2023, at Ban Ang Thong School, located in the Ang Thong Subdistrict of Koh Samui District, Thailand. The initiative, spearheaded by Mrs. Nuanchan Chotiroj Anan, Director of the Health Promotion Hospital of Ang Thong Subdistrict, aims to encourage physical exercise and health consciousness among teachers and students. The launch event was attended by local municipality council members, community committees, educational staff, students, municipal officials, and representatives from the Department of Public Health and Environment.

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Village Health Volunteers Tackle Iodine Deficiency Diseases

On July 12, 2013, a group of Village Health Volunteers from Taling Ngam Subdistrict in Koh Samui, Thailand, joined hands to fight iodine deficiency diseases. This initiative, led by Anucha Sangsri, the Health Promotion Hospital director of Taling Ngam Subdistrict, aims to raise awareness and educate people about the importance of incorporating iodized salt into their daily diets.

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