This issue of Chiang Rai Medical Journal, Volume 18, Issue 1 (2026), is released in April, coinciding with the Songkran Festival, the traditional Thai New Year. This festive season represents a time of renewal, joy, and the strengthening of family and community bonds. On this auspicious occasion, we would like to extend our warmest wishes to all readers. May this Songkran Festival bring you happiness, safety, and good health. We also wish you continued well-being, prosperity, and success in all aspects of your life.

           This issue of the Chiang Rai Medical Journal features a variety of articles, including original articles and a case report, covering various aspects of medicine, public health, and healthcare. These contributions are essential for the development of healthcare systems at both local and national levels, with a total of 15 articles. All published articles reflect the authors’ dedication and the journal’s rigorous quality development process, ensuring that the academic work presented is accurate, reliable, and beneficial to the scholarly community as well as in practical uses.

           On behalf of the editorial team, we would like to express our sincere appreciation to all authors, peer reviewers, and readers for their continued support of the Chiang Rai Medical Journal. The collaboration from all sectors is a vital driving force in the continuous improvement of the journal’s quality. Finally, we sincerely hope that the articles in this issue will be beneficial to readers in enhancing knowledge, supporting practical application, and inspiring further research and development.