Thai DCD says infection by brain-eating amoeba is very rare

13 Sept 13:18 Key points summarised by AI

The Thai Disease Control Department (DCD) confirms Naegleria fowleri (brain-eating amoeba) infections are extremely rare, clarifying it's not human-to-human transmissible but enters the body through the nose from dirty water, following a South Korean tourist's death.
Since 1983, Thailand has reported only 17 cases with 14 fatalities, primarily linked to swimming in contaminated water; prevention involves avoiding dirty water and preventing nasal water entry, as symptoms are severe and rapidly fatal.

Cabinet approves same-sex cohabitation bill

Yesterday 09:40 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's cabinet approved a landmark bill to legalize cohabitation for intersex couples, potentially making it the first Asian nation to formally recognize LGBT partnerships.
The proposed law grants registered intersex couples significant rights, including collective financial management, inheritance, medical consent, and the ability to arrange funerals.
This legislative move aims to rectify the existing legal framework that only recognizes heterosexual marriage, aligning Thai law with human rights principles and the reality of intersex couples living together.