Chiang Mai Ram Hospital
I went to the hospital in Chiang Mai last week because I’ve had an ongoing problem with my eye. I’ve had a stye for ages and I’ve been saying to myself for months that I had to get it properly sorted out. I was also well aware that as the stye still hadn’t gone away [...]
Traditional Thai Massage
Traditional Thai medicine has four components to ensure good health; herbal medicine, correct diet, meditation and massage. All four are important to maintain the balance in health. The most important thing about Thai medicine is that it takes a preventative approach, treating the cause of a disease before it can turn into anything serious. The [...]
The Importance of Keeping Hydrated
If there’s one tip I can give people visiting Thailand, it’s to ensure you drink enough water. The first few times I came here on holiday, I didn’t always follow my own advice. I knew that I was supposed to drink lots of liquid, but I was on vacation and I hoped that beer would [...]
Is it Safe to Drink the Tap Water?
The short answer is, no. There are a few exceptions in Bangkok, notably at some of the more prestigious hotels, but in the vast majority of cases tap water is not safe to drink anywhere in Thailand. That’s the bad news, but the good news is that bottled water is extremely cheap and widely available.
Most [...]
Do I Need Malaria Tablets?
The answer for the vast majority of visitors to Thailand is, you do not need to take malaria tablets. As with any medical advice I give, I should state that I have no medical background or training and ultimately the choice is up to the individual. My personal opinions are based on research from local [...]
Do I Need Rabies Jabs Before I Travel to Thailand?
Firstly, I have to point out I have no medical training or background and ultimately the choice is up to the individual, but in my opinion rabies jabs before you go are not essential for most visitors to Thailand.
Rabies Vaccination Before You Travel
The pre-exposure rabies jabs may be useful for some people, but it [...]
Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes are a part of life in Thailand. Some people suffer more than others from mosquito bites, but there are a few simple steps you can take to lessen the chances of being bitten. Whilst the risk of getting malaria is low, mosquitoes can also carry dengue fever and Japanese encephalitis. The first line of [...]