More than 10 million Thais sought treatment for illnesses linked to air pollution in 2023, authorities said.
The data from the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) come as Thailand’s air quality is worsening.
Widespread farm burning and forest fires, notably in the country’s north, often create a noxious smog at the beginning of the year.
The start of 2024 has already seen a jump in cases of pollution-related diseases compared to the previous year.
