Today, Thailand has found 16 new COVID cases. Infected in the country 1 case
On December 18 at the Ministry of Public Health (Ministry of Public Health) Dr. Opaskarn Kawinpong, MD. Director-General, Department of Disease Control and Dr. Sophon Iamsirithaworn, MD. Director of Division of General Communicable Diseases Report on the situation of the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 or COVID-19 in Thailand
Dr. Opas said today that Thailand has found 16 new cases, divided into 15 people from overseas and entering the quarantine facility, 1 infected in the country, totaling 4,297 cases. In the country, 2,464 cases accounted for 57% and 232 cases remained in hospital (hospital), most of which were asymptomatic. But there was one case of severe symptoms, a 70-year-old man in Mae Sot District, Tak Province, under the supervision of a doctor. 60 fixed deaths
“In the past one week, we have found about 200 foreign cases and less than 10 infected in the country. We emphasize that quarantine is still an important measure. The global situation is high in the United States and in Europe. The house is close to us. Malaysia and Myanmar And that is increasing is Japan and South Korea Must keep an eye on the situation closely, “said Dr. Opas.
Dr. Opas said that in case of finding someone infected from In Tachileik Province, Myanmar, it was concluded that 7 cases were found in Chiang Mai, 5 cases, Chiang Rai, 7 cases, Bangkok, 3 cases, Phayao, Phichit, Ratchaburi, and Singburi in each province. More new cases So today it is a regular entry into living and traveling. But must reiterate measures to wear masks while in public places However, if someone enters Thailand and goes through a 14-day quarantine system, there will be no outbreaks in Thailand. Meanwhile, the security department, the ruling department, the Kamnan governor, the military sheriff or the village health volunteer (MCS) have helped to strictly control the border area.
“People who help report the illegal entry will help us to control the situation, so Tachilek, Myanmar will not have a problem. You can travel to every province in Thailand in the new year, ”said Dr. Opas.
Dr. Opas said that the COVID-19 situation management center meeting (CRC) has issued measures that At this time, there is no epidemic in the country. Therefore, organizing events such as concerts, countdowns, and banquets can be organized, but the organizers must apply for permission to legally At the same time, the risk of outbreaks must be reduced: 1. Organizers do not organize events that are too crowded. Set an area of at least 1 square meter per person, limit the number of participants 50% of the space capacity. Emphasize attendees to wear masks all the time. And prepare equipment for cleaning and washing hands
“2. People must wear a mask Thai registration wins And wash your hands every time you touch risk areas such as doorknobs, and ask to avoid drinking alcohol. Because it will reduce preventive measures As it was in an entertainment venue where alcohol and smoking were shared And 3. Officers must supervise the work as proposed by the organizer. And if it does not follow the proposed plan, it must be corrected But if you can’t adjust Must cancel the job, “said Dr. Opas.
Concerns of the people whether they can go to the Provincial Administrative Organization on December 20 or not, he insists that he can. Safe without COVID-19 In which everyone must wear a mask at all times Line up the booth, spaced 1 meter apart and set up a handwashing point with soapy water or alcohol gel. And may bring your own pen For safety without COVID-19
Dr. Sophon said that the progress of the investigation of the disease among medical personnel working in the Alternative State Quarantine facility in Bangkok began with one case of infection on the 29th. November from the investigation found the infected among the participants. Who have shared off-hours activities such as eating and spending time in the room Seven people were infected with the incident, with the last one being infected on December 12, six days now, but no new infections have been found. Considered good control of the situation High-risk people remain quarantined until 14 days have passed and they need to undergo three to four tests for infection.
“Consider this event Able to control the disease and calm down The relevant authorities have investigated and examined measures to prevent recurrence. Whether this will enhance the prevention of infection in personnel working in quarantine facilities. Enhance the cleaning of related places that are common contact areas, ”said Dr. Sophon.
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