BANGKOK, Dec. 25 (Xinhua) -- Thailand is set to roll out a nationwide implementation of its upgraded universal health coverage program from January, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra announced on Wednesday.
Speaking at a launch event, Paetongtarn said the final phase of the program will provide full coverage in all 77 provinces, marking a digital transformation milestone for the Southeast Asian country's healthcare system, where citizens can access affordable and efficient services.
With personal health IDs, citizens now have faster access to medical services, thanks to innovations including digital referrals, online doctor consultations and medication delivery services, Paetongtarn said.
Through online appointment bookings, patients no longer need to endure long queues or waste their entire day at the hospital, she added.
The prime minister also outlined strategic health goals for 2025, focusing on elderly care, disease prevention, mental health services, addiction recovery and enhanced accessibility. ■
