Khon Kaen U’s designs latest version of pressure relief bed for the bed-ridden

13 Sept 15:25 Key points summarised by AI

Khon Kaen University's Faculty of Medical Technology developed the third version of a pressure relief bed, specifically designed for bed-ridden patients suffering from pressure sores.
The latest version features an innovative mattress that evenly distributes pressure, effectively preventing and relieving pressure sores.
Estimated at an affordable 10,000 baht, the university aims to share its design knowledge with local communities to facilitate widespread production.
This development directly addresses the critical needs of Thailand's aging population, particularly the significant number of bed-ridden elderly individuals.
Initial trials with bed-ridden patients are underway, yielding positive feedback regarding improved patient care and the healing of pressure sores.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Today 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman accidentally drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including an 81-year-old woman and a 6-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she panicked and pressed the accelerator instead of the brake; she apologized and pledged insurance coverage along with additional financial aid to the victims.