Infectious Diseases Society joins GSK to sign MOU for “Empowering Healthy Aging through Vaccines” project

The Infectious Diseases Society of Thailand and GlaxoSmithKline (Thailand) Co., Ltd. (GSK) signed a memorandum of understanding on cooperation in the project. “Empowering Healthy Old Age Through Vaccines” To raise awareness of the importance of vaccinations among the elderly and to support medical staff in providing correct vaccination advice. Especially in an era where infectious diseases are widespread and complex. Vaccination helps protect against infectious diseases such as influenza, pneumonia and shingles, reducing the rate of illness. Strengthen stability in the country’s public health system

Associate Professor. No.Phirun Mutsikaphan, President of the Infectious Diseases Society of Thailand he said, “Currently, Thailand has entered an aging society. Therefore it is very important to strengthen the immune system of the elderly. Because when you get older the body’s immune system begins to decline. This causes a high risk of developing infectious diseases. Many of these diseases are vaccine preventable. But it was found that the vaccination rate among the elderly is still low. and encourage medical staff to give proper advice to patients and the elderly about receiving appropriate vaccinations Helping to reduce disease and death rates. Reduce family costs and the country’s overall public health system. This project will play an important role in improving the quality of life of the elderly in Thailand.”

Prof. Doctor.Sisiopin Kiatburanakul Vice President of the Infectious Diseases Society of Thailand he said, “In an era where infectious diseases are spreading and becoming more complex, knowledge about vaccines and disease prevention is therefore extremely important. Especially in groups
Older people are at greater risk of disease and complications than younger people. Vaccination is an effective form of protection. Reduce the risk of infectious diseases such as flu, pneumonia and shingles However, the challenge is to raise awareness among the elderly. Solving the problem of low vaccination rates must start with educating the public and medical staff. Because many people do not know the importance or have misconceptions about the safety of vaccines. So this project aims to provide accurate and up-to-date knowledge to medical staff. By developing online learning media So that doctors can access information about the importance of vaccines for the elderly and which vaccines they should recommend. Including organizing meetings for doctors to meet and exchange ideas and improve skills so that medical staff can care for patients with confidence. It is efficient and comprehensive, ready to deal with future infectious diseases The project helps to strengthen the public health system and reduce the burden of long-term care. It has a lasting impact on people’s quality of life.”

Maria Christich, Managing Director at GlaxoSmithKline Company (Thailand) Ltd. (GSK) Said, “GSK is honored and pleased to work with the Infectious Diseases Society of Thailand in the ‘Enabling Healthy Aging through Vaccines’ project to improve the quality of life of the elderly and strengthen Thailand’s public health system.” This project will be an important step in promoting good health for the elderly. By raising awareness of the importance of disease prevention and vaccination among the elderly. along with increasing the skills of medical staff in providing effective vaccination advice The aim is to reduce the rate of disease and illness in the elderly. Helping the elderly to have good health and live a long life. This requires collaboration from all sectors to create a healthy aging society. Reinforcing Ahead Together’s mission to be at the forefront of various diseases together.”

The project ‘Empowering Healthy Aging through Vaccines’ aims to improve the ability of medical staff to provide effective care to patients. To strengthen the Thai public health system