The Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) found more infected people in Bangkok Metropolitan Region, major provinces - severe symptoms began to increase.

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29 Jun 2022 16:59

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The Permanent Secretary of Public Health admitted that more infected people were found in the Bangkok metropolitan area and all major provinces in every region.

Signs of the patient being severely ill began to increase.

Call for vaccination boosters

Prepare to consider using LAAB for certain risk groups.

On June 29, 2022, Dr. Kiattipoom Wongrachit, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public Health, said that

the current situation with COVID-19

in Thailand is still in control

Although the trend of infection

the patient is treating

will increase slightly

The number of infected people was found in the Bangkok metropolitan area and all major provinces in every region.

especially Muang District

Most are infected through close contact.

and began to see more severe symptoms

The death toll tends to decrease.

but also a group of elderly people 70 years and over who have not received all the vaccinations according to the criteria

Therefore, vaccination against COVID-19 is urgently needed.

stimulation needles in all groups

Especially those at risk of being infected with severe symptoms are the elderly 60 years and over and those with congenital disease.

Long-acting antibody (LAAB) should also be considered in those at risk for inadequate immunity from vaccination.

For those who died from COVID-19

who have a history of vaccination with booster needles

Have the province follow up on the information and collect samples to test for immunity in accordance with the prescribed guidelines.

To ascertain the cause of death and find out the risk factors for death

Permanent Secretary for Public Health stated that

although Thailand is now starting to relax measures

to be able to live close to normal life and drive the economy

But it is also advisable to observe self-protection measures at all times.

and receive vaccinations as scheduled

which prevents infection to a certain extent

If infected, this greatly reduces the risk of severe symptoms.

For all those traveling abroad

It is recommended to wear a mask when in close contact with large numbers of people.

Keep distance or avoid attending mass gatherings without masks.

When returning from abroad, observe your symptoms and check ATK when you are sick.

If found to be infected with COVID-19

or is a high-risk exposure

It is necessary to wear a mask while in close contact with others.

especially those who are at risk group 608 or when going to closed places

Or there are many people.

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