KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 1 (Bernama) -- International SOS and its partner, Control Risks, have activated medical, logistics and security resources in Singapore, Bangkok and London to assist clients and members affected by the closure of the Bangkok International Airport.

Hospitals serving foreign patients have seen a few cancellations from abroad due to the closure of Suvarnabhumi and Don Muang airports. However, the impact on the country's medical tourism industry so far is considered minor when compared with the damage to the hospitality industry overall.

Dallas Fire-Rescue wants to "get there" faster when there is a medical emergency. KERA's BJ Austin says a city council committee will hear about the new response plan.