Umphang Hospital appeals for unexpired medication donations amid supply shortage

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A call for public assistance has been issued by Umphang Hospital, a state-run facility located in the border district of Tak’s northern province.

As supplies dwindle, the hospital is appealing for donations of unexpired medication, previously prescribed for other illnesses.

Dr Worawit Tantiwattanasap, the director of Umphang Hospital, shared the situation yesterday, December 5. According to him, the hospital is currently struggling with a lack of funds to provide adequate care for the influx of stateless individuals and Myanmar nationals seeking medical treatment in Thailand.

Interestingly, these patients, lacking coverage from Thai insurance schemes, account for a significant 21% of the hospital’s total caseload, he revealed.

A notable increase in patients from Myanmar has been observed, especially given the…