Thai Medical Council Disciplines Doctors over Thaksin Shinawatra's Hospitalization
Disciplinary actions taken against three physicians following investigation into ethical breaches during the former PM's hospitalization.
The Medical Council of Thailand has taken disciplinary actions against three physicians involved in the hospitalization of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra during his imprisonment.
The council has suspended two doctors and issued a formal warning to a third, citing that Thaksin's medical condition did not justify the extended period of hospital care he received.
This decision was formally submitted to Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin, who has a 15-day window from May 16 to review the ruling and has the authority to veto it if deemed necessary.
In related developments, Thailand's Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation has issued warnings to residents in 27 provinces as heavy rainfall is forecasted from May 26 to May 30.
Authorities are alerting the public to prepare for the risks of flash floods, forest runoff, and landslides due to the expected heavy to very heavy precipitation across various regions.
Residents in high-risk areas are advised to remain vigilant and take appropriate precautions to ensure their safety.
Additionally, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration has announced its collaboration with Google to implement artificial intelligence technologies aimed at improving traffic management in the capital.
The initiative, named Project Green Light, will utilize AI in conjunction with data from Google Maps to enhance traffic signal synchronization at congested intersections.
Initial results from similar projects in other cities have demonstrated potential reductions in vehicle stops by up to 30% and a decrease in emissions by 10%, indicating a positive impact on traffic congestion and air quality in Bangkok.
The council has suspended two doctors and issued a formal warning to a third, citing that Thaksin's medical condition did not justify the extended period of hospital care he received.
This decision was formally submitted to Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin, who has a 15-day window from May 16 to review the ruling and has the authority to veto it if deemed necessary.
In related developments, Thailand's Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation has issued warnings to residents in 27 provinces as heavy rainfall is forecasted from May 26 to May 30.
Authorities are alerting the public to prepare for the risks of flash floods, forest runoff, and landslides due to the expected heavy to very heavy precipitation across various regions.
Residents in high-risk areas are advised to remain vigilant and take appropriate precautions to ensure their safety.
Additionally, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration has announced its collaboration with Google to implement artificial intelligence technologies aimed at improving traffic management in the capital.
The initiative, named Project Green Light, will utilize AI in conjunction with data from Google Maps to enhance traffic signal synchronization at congested intersections.
Initial results from similar projects in other cities have demonstrated potential reductions in vehicle stops by up to 30% and a decrease in emissions by 10%, indicating a positive impact on traffic congestion and air quality in Bangkok.
