Bangkok, April 22 – Deputy Permanent Secretary for Bangkok reveals that the number of COVID-19 cases in Bangkok has increased to more than 700 cases/day, urging people to take the same measures. Wear a mask - keep your distance - wash your hands
(22 Apr. '23), M.D. Wantanee Wattana, Deputy Permanent Secretary for Bangkok Mentioned the COVID situation in Bangkok that the statistics of COVID patients in Bangkok increased From before Songkran, it was 300-400 cases per day. Now, after Songkran, there are about 700 cases reported recently, and there are still others that are not in the reporting system. The total is probably in the thousands. But I don't want to panic too much. Because it's still the same strain of COVID As for the new strains that we fear will cause more outbreaks, we haven't found many.
However, people must ask for cooperation in adopting the same measures, namely wearing a mask. distance between people and wash your hands often As for the risk group, they still need to take measures to prevent it as Universal Prevention, such as leaving the house when necessary. By leaving the house as little as possible and for the shortest time. Keep a distance of 1-2 meters between people, wear a hygienic mask and wear a cloth mask all the time, wash your hands often, don't touch the mask with your hands. Including the face, eyes, nose, mouth. Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces. Separate all kinds of personal belongings. not shared with others Eat freshly cooked food in separate decks, use a personal serving spoon. And if you suspect that you are at risk, check with ATK often to confirm whether you are infected or not.
but more importantly People at risk or vulnerable groups Both elderly people over 60 years old or people with congenital disease The matter of vaccines is an important factor that will keep us safe. Bangkok also has vaccines, both Pfizer Moderna AstraZeneca and LAAB ready-made immunity services for groups with poor immunity. People with kidney disease, people with HIV or receiving various autoimmune drugs. therefore asking for permission to publicize that For those who haven't received the vaccine in the past 4-6 months. All 69 public health centers are now available every Friday afternoon. If you are unsure, you can call to inquire first. Or book through the QueQ app. It is also available at 11 hospitals under the medical office and Vajira Hospital. These vaccines are also free. And make sure there are enough vaccines. – Thai News Agency
Source: Thai News Agency