Surin: Police General Hospital has spearheaded a mental health initiative, deploying a team of psychiatrists and psychologists to a shelter in Surin Province. The team aims to provide mental health care to police officers, their families, and the public amid ongoing unrest along the Thai-Cambodian border.
According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Maj. Gen. Sirikul Srisongka, spokesperson for the Police General Hospital, led the mission in collaboration with Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Thanakrit Jit-areerat, Secretary to the Minister of Public Health, and Mr. Kanthas Pongpaiboonwet, Surin Provincial Public Health Officer. The initiative is part of a broader effort to integrate the Ministry of Public Health and the Royal Thai Police in delivering both physical and mental health care. The team also provided moral support to Border Patrol Police officers and individuals affected by the border conflict.
Previously, Pol. Lt. Gen. Taweesin Wechawitan, Chief Medical Officer, had visited Surin Province to support medical operations for border patrol officers. This visit was in line with Pol. Gen. Kittirat Phanphet’s policy, National Police Chief, aiming to address health needs along the border on August 1-2, 2025.
The initial mission included deploying POLICE MERT teams to provide medical supplies, identification teams, and IFAK kits to frontline officers. These efforts were aimed at supporting public and mental health during crises. On August 6th, the Police General Hospital spokesperson returned to the Surin Province shelter center, accompanied by the Minister of Public Health’s delegation, to further enhance health care services for those in the area.
For this mission, the Police General Hospital deployed medical and nursing teams to offer close support to border patrol officers and their families. They provided counseling services to officers and residents, particularly children, the elderly, and those experiencing stress. Activities such as free haircuts, games, and developmental toys were introduced to bring joy and reduce stress among shelter residents.
The Police General Hospital and the Ministry of Public Health are committed to continuing their integrated care approach for the residents of the center.