In a constantly evolving world of healthcare, staying updated and informed about new developments and innovations is essential. The Health Intervention and Technology Assessment Program (HITAP), a Health Technology Assessment (HTA) organisation in the Ministry of Public Health, Thailand, had the opp

(Reuters) – India’s highest court will hear final arguments starting this week in a landmark case over drug patents that could change the rules for the country’s healthcare sector and potentially curb its global role as a supplier of cut-price generic medicines.The Supreme Court hearing pits Swiss d

On behalf of the Health Intervention Technology and Assessment Program (HITAP) Foundation and the National University of Singapore (NUS), we have the pleasure of inviting you to participate in the “Fruitful Research: How to Make Health Innovation Worthwhile” Workshop and witness the Signing Ceremony

A Closer Look at Decision-Making Process and the Potential of HTA for Health System Strengthening in Laos Nonthaburi, Thailand—April 30, 2025— A newly published study “Situation analysis of evidence-informed health decision-making in Lao PDR: the case of health technology assessm

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are often called “silent killers”, but there is nothing silent about their impact. They remain one of the hardest public health battles to win. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), they cause 43 million deaths worldwide and account for 75% of non-pandemi

Background & RationaleNon-communicable diseases (NCDs) are the leading cause of death worldwide, responsible for 43 million deaths annually and accounting for 75% of all non-pandemic-related mortality globally [1]. Cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and chronic respiratory conditions drive this burden, yet most health systems remain orie

The project aims to evaluate the cost-effectiveness, economic impact, and feasibility of integrating this herbal innovation into Thailand’s healthcare system. By applying Early HTA techniques, this study will provide insights for decision-makers, improve resource allocation, and support future investments in innovative medical solutions.67301075M

Osteoporosis is one of the major public health problems in Thailand, particularly among postmenopausal women and the continuously increasing elderly population. This condition causes a significant disease burden from fractures, leading to patient disability, reduced quality of life, and high expenditures for both the patients themselves and the hea

In the Prince Mahidol Award Conference 2026 (PMAC 2026), held from January 26–31, 2026, at the Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld, the Health Intervention and Technology Assessment Program Foundation (HITAP) participated in supporting and driving the international exchange

Indoor air pollution has become a significant concern, contributing to the decline in air quality through the presence of gaseous pollutants and particulate matter, especially under poor ventilation. Hospitals, functioning as non-industrial microenvironments, particularly in Thailand, face challenges due to insufficient and incomplete databases for