Hat yai: The Faculty of Pharmacy at Maha Sarakham University (MSU) has mobilized its resources to produce 5,000 boxes of ointment specifically designed to treat athlete's foot, a common health issue following the severe flooding in southern Thailand.
According to Thai News Agency, the recent floods have significantly impacted areas such as Hat Yai District in Songkhla Province, leaving many residents with property damage and health challenges. Among these health challenges is athlete's foot, a fungal or bacterial infection that thrives in moist conditions and affects the skin, causing discomfort and hindering recovery efforts.
In response to this pressing issue, MSU, under the direction of Associate Professor Dr. Prayuk Sriwilai, has initiated a project led by the Faculty of Pharmacy to produce medical supplies to alleviate the suffering of flood victims. On November 26, 2025, Assistant Professor Dr. Ruchiluck Rattararom, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy, spearheaded a team of approximately 50 volunteers, including faculty, staff, and students, at the Pharmaceutical Technology Laboratory. Together, they worked diligently to prepare the ointment for distribution.
Assistant Professor Dr. Ruchiluck Rattararom explained the initiative, stating, "We have been made aware of the hardships of our brothers and sisters in the South, particularly the athlete's foot problem that has come with the flooding. Therefore, Mahasarakham University, through its Faculty of Pharmacy, is urgently producing 5,000 containers of 'Athlete's Foot Ointment.'" The ointment's formulation includes active ingredients that effectively combat fungal infections and reduce itching, providing relief and preventing further skin issues. Each container comes with instructions for use, advising application twice daily and warning against ingestion.
The Faculty of Pharmacy is committed to swiftly delivering all 5,000 ointment containers to Mahasarakham University for prompt distribution to the affected regions, ensuring that the aid reaches those in need in Hat Yai and surrounding areas. This initiative not only provides essential medical relief but also conveys the university's support and care for the flood-affected communities.