, plus emphasizing its readiness to kick off “The 2nd patRangsit Mini-Half Marathon: New Heart for a Better Life”
patRangsit Hospital organizes “patRangsit The Experience” to celebrate its 30th anniversary of delivering quality services as well as long-term engagement and relationship with people in Pathum Thani Province, plus announces its readiness to kick off a charity run entitled “patRangsit Mini-Half Marathon: New Heart for a Better Life” for the second consecutive year. A portion of the proceeds will be presented to the Organ Donation Center, the Thai Red Cross Society under the patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn to support patients with cardiovascular diseases.
Mr. Chayanant Yaemsaard, Managing Director of patRangsit Hospital said: “patRangsit Hospital started its services on January 9, 1986 and is regarded as the first private hospital in Pathum Thani Province. For over 30 years, the Hospital has long been engaged with people in Pathum Thani and nearby with an extensive experience in providing quality healthcare services, promoting health equity and patient-centered care from generation to generation. To emphasize its consistent growth and medical development, patRangsit has improved and expanded its healthcare services to accommodate a growing number of patients coupled with launching special promotions such as medical check-ups at special price in the occasion of its 30th anniversary, 30th Anniversary Membership Card to enjoy tremendous privileges from hospital as well as 30th Anniversary Book featuring a series of interesting stories of patRangsit Hospital during the past 30 years.”
“In addition, to continue its success in organizing Corporate Social Responsibilities activities and to encourage people to do exercise, first and foremost, to take part in merit-making activities, the Hospital, therefore, organizes the charity run under the name of “patRangsit Mini-Half Marathon: New Heart for a Better Life” for the second consecutive year to raise funds to support the Organ Donation Center, the Thai Red Cross Society under the patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn to assist those who suffer from heart diseases. This year’s charitable event has received strong support from both private and public sectors such as The Mall Group, Beauty Gems Group, Bangkok Insurance PCL, Nawarat Patanakarn PCL, S&P and Singha Corporation Co., Ltd,” Mr. Chayanant added.
Mr. Pirapatch Yaemsaard, Front Officer Manager of patRangsit Hospital said: “My family and I together with the patRangsit Hospital team are so proud to take part in “The 2nd patRangsit Mini-Half Marathon: New Heart for a Better Life” which will be held on 28th February, 2016 to give something back to society. Following the success of the first year’s event joined by over 3,500 people, I really do hope to see more participants this year. The highlight of this year’s event is a new running route along the canal which not only allows runners to experience a touch of nature, but also witness the traditional ways of life of people in Pathum Thani while running across the bridge. This year, the charity run is divided into 3 categories: 23.5-km-Super Half Marathon, 11.5-km-Super Mini Half Marathon and 6-km-Fun Run. The opening ceremony of the Competition will officially start at 05:30 a.m. The starting and finishing points are identically at patRangsit Hospital. The cost of registration fee is varied from 400-450 baht. All runners who cross the finishing line will receive a medal while the first 5 runner up in the categories of Super Half Marathon and Super Mini Half Marathon will receive the prestigious awards.”
Dr. Krishrat Trakulchang, Medical Director of patRangsit Hospital, said: “At patRangsit Hospital, we provide 24-hour service and ensure all of our patients receive the best care possible provided by a team of skilled medical professionals with a diverse field of expertise, especially heart disease. There are more than 2,000 patients waiting for a heart transplant, while less than 5% of them are performed each year. So, it is important to take good care of yourself to help prevent heart disease. You can start with simple lifestyle changes such as avoiding fat-containing foods, quitting smoking and exercising regularly. If you have heart disease, it is vital to see your doctor on a regular basis to get a thorough check up and keep your condition under control.”
Dr. Visit Dhitavat, Director of the Organ Donation Center, the Thai Red Cross Society, said: “On behalf of the Thai Red Cross Organ Donation Center, I am delighted and thankful that patRangsit Hospital organizes the second edition of this charity running event to raise funds to support the center. The Organ Donation Center is a non-profit organization under the Thai Red Cross Society and the only entity in Thailand authorized to oversee donations and allocation of organs such as heart, lungs, liver, kidneys, and pancreas for patients needing transplants.
The Organ Donation Center is responsible for all donation- and transplant-related expenses including organ preservation fluid, medications and care for organ donors, removal of organs from the bodies of donors, and examinations of donor organs to screen for diseases. We also provide financial assistance covering coffin, wreath and body transportation for the deceased donors’ relatives. Funds raised from the event through the support of patRangsit Hospital will help us ease some of our financial burden.”
The Organ Donation Center is responsible for all donation- and transplant-related expenses including organ preservation fluid, medications and care for organ donors, removal of organs from the bodies of donors, and examinations of donor organs to screen for diseases. We also provide financial assistance covering coffin, wreath and body transportation for the deceased donors’ relatives. Funds raised from the event through the support of patRangsit Hospital will help us ease some of our financial burden.”
The Thai pop group “Tattoo Colour”, who are taking part in the charity run, said: “Today more and more people of the new generation incorporate exercise into their lifestyles as a method for health promotion which is a good thing. And we are among those people. Being professional musicians lead us to an unbalanced lifestyle; we work hard but rest inadequately. It is exercise that keeps us healthy. So we are very glad to participate in the event, knowing we are running for a good cause.”
Other well-known faces on social networking sites joining the charity marathon include Flight Sergeant 3rd Class Waraporn ‘Beauty’ Tanawichai, Woranin Sanitwongse Na Ayudhya, Thipwalee ‘Yu’ Jaruhirunskul, blogger at SportGirl by Thipwalee, and Pornwipa ‘Lyleng’ Watcharakaroon, Thai actress and TV host.
Those who are interested in joining ‘patRangsit Mini-Half Marathon: new heart for a better life”, please visit www.patrangsit.com and www.facebook.com/patrangsithospital for more details or simply call 086-374-1662 or 083-665-9456.
About patRangsit Hospital
patRangsit Hospital has been operating for 30 years. It is the first private hospital in Pathum Thani province with commitment to maintain high standards of medical care and moral principles. The hospital keeps on improving the quality of its medical care services in order to build confidence and create positive impressions among patients in line with the motto “service-minded devotion to patient care”. On May 4, 2011, patRangsit Mother & Child Hospital was spun off with specialization in providing mother and child care, being the first of its kind in Pathum Thani province.
