Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand – The School of Pharmacy, Walailak University, has advanced its research and community engagement under the project “Evaluation of Anti-Diabetic Activity and Screening of Endophytic Fungi Producing Bioactive Compounds from Thai Cardamom (Amomum spp.) to Promote Health Utilization.” The project, led by Associate Professor Dr. Attarat Patanawongsa, with co-investigator Associate Professor Dr. Thanwa Binlateh, is supported by the Plant Genetic Conservation Project under the Royal Initiative of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn (RSPG), alongside Walailak University’s academic service fund.
On Wednesday, September 10, 2025, the research team conducted a community outreach activity at the Center for the Development of Potential and Occupations for Persons with Disabilities, Sakaeo Subdistrict, Thasala District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province. The event aimed to raise awareness of diabetes and self-care practices among persons with disabilities.
More than 50 participants, including both persons with disabilities and staff members, joined the program. Activities included:
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Health screenings: blood glucose measurement, blood pressure monitoring, and body mass index (BMI) analysis.
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Personalized consultations: tailored health advice for individuals identified with risk factors.
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Knowledge transfer: guidance on diabetes prevention, lifestyle modification, and sustainable health management.
The event received strong participation and positive feedback, with all attendees engaging in health checks and actively seeking guidance on disease prevention.
This initiative reflects Walailak University’s dual mission of scientific research and social responsibility—linking phytochemical studies on Thai cardamom with practical health promotion in the local community. By bridging laboratory research with real-world impact, the project underscores the university’s role in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being) and strengthening its identity as a “University for the Community.”
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