Tiny, toxic dust particles “PM 2.5” lead to many serious diseases that are life-threatening. both ischemic heart disease Stroke, lung cancer, and lung disease…emphasizing that “PM 2.5” is almost 30 times smaller than the diameter of a human hair, able to penetrate deep into the bronchioles, lung alveoli, and bloodstream. The important point is that “PM 2.5 ” It can occur both from nature and human activities, but most of the “toxic dust” in cities comes from human activity. There is also information on the source of the “Carcinogenic substances” in the main cities of Thailand Bangkok… comes from diesel exhaust 20%, other exhaust 44%, construction, other industries 36%, while in “Chiang Mai” it comes from burning biomass scraps 72% and vehicle exhaust 28%. Dangers from humans must be solved by humans. …“Planting trees helps filter the air. Arrange a garden inside and outside the building” is one of the simple ways to create good air. We ourselves have a new project “Lamphun Sukkai Sabai Jai” (Lamphun Healing Town), one of the small models in Lamphun province that is created from cooperation. Cooperation from all parties in the network “Fight micro-toxic dust by planting trees” to add green space to Lamphun City on the Rot Kaew Road area. The Phra That – Chuam – Phra Rod route targets areas with potential for development that will benefit residents in the area and attract tourists. Ready to organize activities to check lung function. Proactively screen respiratory patients during the PM 2.5 dust period for good lung health. Anupong Wawongmun, Deputy Governor of Lamphun Province, said that Lamphun Province has measures to reduce and prevent the PM 2.5 problem, including: One…measures to increase efficiency in spatial management in reserved forests, protected forests, and agricultural areas. Village area…Community Two…Preventive measures and reduction of pollution at the source. (source) to control and reduce pollution in transportation and transportation Industrial sector Construction household sector and finally…measures to increase efficiency in pollution management Through the incident command system “raising awareness Create awareness with the public Fuel management control law enforcement and using the Pracharath team to integrate all sectors to prevent…solve the problems of forest fires and smog in order to reduce the problem of small dust particles PM 2.5 in the province,” said Praphat Phucharoen, Mayor of Lamphun Province. that the Lamphun Municipality is ready to cooperate in the development of the “Lamphun Sukkai Sabai Jai” project to the best of its ability. It is planned that in 2024 and 2025 “Rokkaew Road” will be a model area for physical happiness. Rest assured, the road surface has been improved. Adjusting the electrical system to be efficient and beautiful for a good quality of life for residents. and attracting tourists. The project has moved forward continuously because of the participation process of all sectors, including the government sector, the local sector, with the municipality facilitating and supporting the project both in budget. Operation Both the Civil Engineering Division and the Medical Division, Community Village Health Volunteers, together with the private sector network…Lamphun City Lab, GSK and other companies, Maria Christich, Managing Director of GlaxoSmithKline Company. N (Thailand) Co., Ltd. (GSK) added that we are aware that environmental problems affect It has a greater impact on climate change and people’s lives, such as the PM 2.5 dust problem that affects health. Therefore, we would like to participate fully proactively in protecting and restoring… This past Valentine’s Day, we joined with Lamphun Municipality and Lamphun City Lab to organize an activity to save the world. “Planting love at Rot Kaew” under the project “Lamphun Sukkai, Sabai Jai” invites Lamphun residents to join in planting trees on Rot Kaew Road. To increase green space Reduce air pollution and fill the lungs of Lamphun residents. Lung function testing and screening of respiratory patients Be proactive and improve the landscape to increase green space. Create a good environment on this glass driveway. Because we have the same goal of creating physical and mental happiness for the people.” Praphat In closing, he said, An important part that cannot be missed is participation. of the people in the area who are strong and provide good support Associate Professor Dr. Singh Intarachuto, co-founder of Lamphun City Lab Co., Ltd., emphasized that the “Lamphun Sukkai Sabaijai” project is a modern project on a world-class level. Focus on sustainability or environmental conservation that moves along with the community and moves forward in creating health for the community. Both physical and mental health from the Restorative City concept…“Cities of the future do not need to rely on extreme visions or looking futuristic. Just bring mental health well-being and quality of life has come to be the first factor in city planning and design.” Over the past several months Since the signing of the cooperation project In June 2023, the project continued to work in-depth with designers, communities, and municipalities. The Rot Kaew Road was designed by Ajarn Chulaphon Nanthapanich, an architect who is an expert in ecosystems. The city’s ecological plan and structure were laid out in collaboration with the community. There was a meeting to brainstorm the opinions and needs of the people in the area until it was able to be formed. “Rot Kaew Sukkai Sabaijai Road Committee” which has government components Experts and residents of the area To join in creating a community business model from now on “so that Rot Kaew Road will be a model area according to the goals of the project. to develop the environment, develop health, and develop the community economy With good cooperation from Lamphun Municipality. Including the Civil Engineering Division and the Medical Division. Performing duties together.” There was also an art installation called “Pim” which was the first piece of public art installed on Rod Kaew Road by Tao Chuan Long, a ceramic kiln in Lamphun. Collaborating with the Faculty of Architecture research team Chiang Mai University and continuously organizing activities in the area such as Lamphun Music Festival. By a band of young people from Lamphun in the past… there was also an activity to educate the public on the topic “People of Lamphun, Hug Lung, Know Quickly, Get Well Easily” by Associate Professor Dr. Watchara Bunsawat, president of the network. Simple Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Clinic…topic “Waste management for our community” by Prem Pruekthayanon, admin page “Uncle Saleng and the Missing Garbage” topic “Trees and ecosystems in the old city area” by Ajarn Chulaphon Nanthapanich, architect of Pa Nua Studio. To have awareness of lung health care Ready to deal with the PM 2.5 dust situation, have knowledge of how to properly manage waste in the community in an environmentally friendly manner, and knowledge of planting ecological trees in the old city area, all of this in order to create the area of Lamphun’s old city center to be A space of happiness for both body and mind. Through development in many dimensions Both…wellness dimensions Environmental dimension Economic Dimension “Joining Force” Partners in the Health and Peace of Mind Network Healing the city…the good environment of the city and going back to heal ourselves…fighting the chronic environmental dangers of tiny, toxic dust particles “PM 2.5” in a concrete way. Click to read the column “Scoop Page 1” more
