On July 4th, 2024, Prof. Apichat Asavamongkolkul, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, along with faculty members: Assoc. Prof. Prapat Wanitpongpan, Deputy Dean for Corporate Communications and International Relations, Prof. Thananya Boonyasirinant from the Division of Cardiology and Assoc. Prof. Varalak Srinonprasert, Head of Siriraj Health Policy, warmly welcomed distinguished guests from the World Bank. The delegation included Phua Shi Hui, Urban Specialist, Ms. Pichaya Deesomsak, Extended Term Consultant, and Mr. Putu Sanjiwachika Wibisana, Consultant.
The visit focused on discussions about urban heat reduction strategies at the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital. This collaborative effort aims to address and mitigate the impacts of urban heat, enhancing the hospital’s environment and contributing to overall public health improvements.