Escalating border violence leave another civilian life claimed, total casualties now stand at fifteen
As of July 31, 2025, a total of 54,506 civilians have been screened for mental health risks related to the ongoing Thai-Cambodian border clashes. These screenings have been conducted by the Ministry of Public Health’s Mental Health Crisis Assessment and Treatment Teams (MCATT) and other professionals deployed to affected areas.
The latest update reveals that 1,603 people were identified as experiencing high levels of stress, and 231 were considered at risk of suicide. This number represents a significant expansion of mental health screening efforts compared to earlier reports of around 21,000 evacuees screened during the initial stages of the conflict[3][4].
The screening process includes displaced populations across multiple provinces adjacent to the border conflict. Those found to be in critical psychological condition receive counselling, medication, and referrals for further hospital care.
According to the latest figures, there are currently 14 injured individuals still in the hospital, with 11 having been discharged. The number of minor injuries stands at 13, moderate injuries at 13, and severe injuries at 12. Unfortunately, one more civilian was killed in Surin on Monday, bringing the civilian death toll to 15.
The conflict has also impacted healthcare facilities, with 20 district public hospitals being affected since 24 July. Of these, 13 have been completely closed, and 7 are operating with limited services. Additionally, 175 tambon hospitals have also been affected.
In response to the crisis, the Public Health Ministry has mobilised 1,221 medical teams to assist civilians affected by the border clashes. These teams, along with the mental health teams, have been deployed across the affected regions.
Dr Varoth Chotpitayasunondh, the spokesperson for the ministry, provided this information at a press conference. The ministry's efforts underscore a substantial and ongoing public health response aimed at addressing the psychological impact of the conflict on civilians.
All individuals found to be under high stress or exhibiting suicidal tendencies have received counselling and support from psychologists and psychiatrists. The ministry remains committed to providing necessary care and support to those affected by the ongoing conflict.
[1] [Thai Public Health Ministry Press Conference, July 31, 2025] [2] [Thai Ministry of Public Health Report, July 31, 2025] [3] [Thai Public Health Ministry Report, July 15, 2025] [4] [Thai Ministry of Public Health Press Conference, July 15, 2025]
- The ongoing Thai-Cambodian border conflicts have led to a significant expansion in mental health screenings, with a total of 54,506 civilians screened as of July 31, 2025.
- In the affected regions, the Ministry of Public Health’s Mental Health Crisis Assessment and Treatment Teams (MCATT) have identified 1,603 people as experiencing high levels of stress, and 231 as at risk of suicide.
- The conflict has impacted healthcare facilities, with 175 tambon hospitals and 20 district public hospitals being affected, with some completely closed and others operating with limited services.
- In response to the crisis, the Public Health Ministry has mobilized 1,221 medical teams to assist civilians, and all individuals found to be under high stress or exhibiting suicidal tendencies have received counselling and support from psychologists and psychiatrists.
- The general news, health-and-wellness, mental-health, business, politics, crime-and-justice, and war-and-conflicts sectors have been heavily affected by these border clashes, requiring intervention and response from relevant authorities.
