SorPhor. 24 Jul.- Permanent Secretary for Public Health reveals the situation of COVID-19. in Thailand continued to decline But the death toll is still the same group, namely the elderly, people with congenital disease. The risk factor for infection is living in a slum community. Infected by a family member Going forward with vaccination against COVID-19 Reduces serious illnesses and deaths Especially in the Bangkok area, where the highest death toll was found, and the village health volunteers reminded people to wear masks. If the patient has respiratory symptoms or must be close to 608 risk groups and young children
Dr. Opas Karnkawinpong Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public Health Revealed after chairing a meeting to monitor the situation of the coronavirus disease 2019 that the epidemic situation in Thailand has decreased steadily in the past week. There are 556 hospitalized patients, an average of 79 per day, 178 severe cases, and 8 deaths, an average of one per day. All deaths were still 608 risk groups, including the elderly, 60 years of age and over, with underlying diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and chronic kidney disease. not vaccinated or did not receive a stimulus needle Or received a stimulant needle for more than 3 months. According to the analysis of 749 cumulative deaths in 2023, it was found that the high risk factor for infection was living in slums. and transmission from family members Therefore, we still have to continue to carry out a public relations campaign to get vaccinated against COVID-19. In the Bangkok area which found the highest cumulative death to 116 people
Dr. Opas continued that the Department of Disease Control predicted the spread of COVID-19. from a decrease in the number of infected people and more people who received the latest vaccine more than 6 months ago by comparable to the spread of influenza that more epidemics will be found at the end of 2023, which enters the winter season Relevant agencies have been asked to continuously monitor and assess the situation. along with estimating the amount of medicine and medical supplies needed to prepare for procurement in a timely manner If a warning sign of an epidemic is found, in addition, the Department of Disease Control coordinates through the Communicable Disease Committee in Bangkok and all provinces notify village health volunteers, reminding people to wear a mask every time. Especially when having respiratory illnesses, being close to the 608 risk group and young children and being in risky areas or activities. To reduce transmission and transmission in families and communities.-Thai News Agency
Source: Thai News Agency