Watch Omicron “BQ.1.1-XBB” instead of BA.5, rapid epidemic – cell capture – good escape

covid situation better in order after the government downgrades the level of covid From serious infectious diseases to contagious disease surveillance including easing various measures to drive the economy People have made a living and have come back to live longer a normal life. But that doesn’t mean COVID will end. that although the epidemic situation around the world is reduced But in reality the covid is not yet extinct. because it has recently been reported that covidOmicron they have mutated into at least six other subspecies, in particular BQ.1.1 And XBB that experts around the world expect to replace BA.5 Late this year or early 2023 !!!

Facebook Assoc.Prof.Dr. Teera Woratanarat of Chulalongkorn University Faculty of Medicine Identify the strains of the COVID-19 virus BQ.1.1 And XBB That is the latest strain to mutate from the original strain of this virus that the latest data from Gerstung M, Heidelberg University. Germany has identified the coronavirus, codenamed BQ.1.1 and XBB, as two strains likely to flock to a new wave of ongoing outbreaks around the world. The spread performance of the viral strain BQ.1.1 was on average about 12% faster than BA.5 (range from 10% in Belgium to 15% in Germany), while XBB was faster than BA.5. Over 20% in Singapore (but around 7% in Denmark and 13% in the United States).

in principle Factors that have a strong influence on the nature of the epidemic in each country are expected to be. It is not just the virus strain. But it will be an overview of the prevention and control of that country. Since the surveillance system is concentrated or weak Therefore, to report in detail the real situation to people in society. And over time it will open as much as you want to open Open when you want to open the public’s “perception of harm and risk” as a result of the policies and measures of the government agencies responsible. Focus on protecting and appreciating people’s health and life?

The most important thing is to take care of the health of each person and each family to protect themselves during daily life. especially by living consciously, cautiously, with caution and wearing masks correctly This will greatly reduce the risk.

side Dr. Anan Chongkaewwatana, Director of the Animal Health and Management Innovation Research Group National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (Biotech), National Agency for the Development of Science and Technology (NSTDA) indicates that XBB with BQ.1.1 These are two types of viruses that are talked about a lot right now. and it is likely to replace BA.5, which owns the same area next winter XBB There is an outbreak in Asia, while BQ.1.1 is an outbreak in Europe. and the United States, with most of the same peak variations. But there are some positions that can make a difference. The mutation site on XBB is greater than BQ.1.1, which is believed to have produced immune antibodies previously generated by the vaccine. or other species.In nature, it does not capture well, with the result that XBB better escapes the immune system by infecting human cells.

part BQ.1.1 There is an L452R position, which XBB does not have. This position is a Delta virus signature and BA.5 allows the virus to bind better and more tightly to the ACE2 receptor protein on the cell surface. Therefore, compared to escape, BQ.1.1 may be lower than XBB, but if given the opportunity to bind to ACE2, this virus has a better chance of infecting cells than XBB.

Dr. Anan It is worth noting that the very prominent location of the Delta strain, P681R, allows the delta virus to grow well and achieve massive cell fusion. This has not happened in the Omicron family of viruses, where both the BQ.1.1 and XBB viruses choose a modification in this location. It is a variation found in the Alpha family and there is no clear explanation as to why P681R is only found in Delta, but it is unstable in Omikron’s spikes. which is what nature has chosen

“Now BQ.1.1 can further transform like XBB, or XBB can introduce L452R to make itself more proficient in cells like BQ.1.1, or if the two viral strains coexist, there may be a cross between them. XBB-BQ. 1.1 is also Possible Consequently, the released virus tends to increase the ability to escape immunity. and increased infection. The severity of the spike is also indistinguishable from changes in the spike protein. The host response must be regarded as an estimator. ” said Dr. Anan

COVID prevention guidelines in Thailand After announcing the downgrading of communicable diseases that need to be monitored, Dr. Ekachai Piansrivatchara Deputy Director General of the Department of Health said organizations have yet to take preventive measures.COVID-19 o Covid-free setting measures covering all establishments affecting the company. Economic overview and support divided into

• 1. Environmental health, such as cleaning common contact points. ventilation system Provide adequate equipment for washing hands.
• 2. Employees and workers, such as employee disease screening Get vaccinated according to criteria Should stop working when sick. In the case of food distribution locations, all employees must wear masks during service. and passed the standard training for food handlers
• 3. People receiving services If you are sick, you should not leave the accommodation. The public is advised to wear a mask when entering crowded places. o closed area Not ventilated, wash your hands often when touching equipment, objects, common surfaces and check the ATK in case of illness. or suspected if necessary AND it is not recommended to test ATK in the public without symptoms.

“Group 608, which is a high-risk group, includes people aged 60 and over, people with chronic medical conditions. And pregnant women It is a group that the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) emphasizes on getting vaccinated. at the hospital. at the Provincial Communicable Diseases Committee Or the Bangkok Communicable Diseases Committee stipulates that a mask should be worn at all times when engaging in activities with others. or go to crowded places and wash your hands often. “ Dr. Ekachai to specify

for the treatment of COVID-19 patients. Dr. Thongchai Keeratihatyakorn, Director General of the Department of Medical Services He stated that coronavirus patients had mild symptoms such as mild cough, fatigue, low fever, loss of taste and smell. Do not take antiviral drugs.Medications should be taken according to symptoms, for example, if you have a slight fever, take acetaminophen. I took cough medicine. And observe yourself if you have high fever, chest pain, consult a doctor to evaluate the treatment. In the case of patients with mild symptoms Recommend to refrain from traveling and to isolate yourself for 5 days. Follow the measures. DMH is D-Distancing, social distancing, M-Mask wearing a cloth mask / mask, H-Hand Hygiene, wash your hands often. But if you have to travel or have to go to work Please wear a double layer mask, isolate yourself from others. separate meals implement measures DMH Intensive 5 days if coughing and heavy sputum It is advisable to stop and isolate yourself from others. the general public Please bring a mask and an alcoholic gel with you. You should also wash your hands often. and wear a mask when you are in crowded places

“We are now at the end of the coronavirus due to the increasing number of vaccinations around the world. Omicron, although it mutates rapidly, but not violently. During this time, the people who still need to be careful are those who have not been vaccinated and have not been fully vaccinated. especially the risk group This is a risk group of death, the virus has mutations all the time. It is not yet possible to determine or predict the exact length of time that will return to the epidemic within 1-2 years or not. I just know there is a chance it will spread again As long as people have good immunity From time to time it could just be a flu epidemic. for the mask I still want to wear it to prevent various diseases ”. Prof. Dr. Prasit Wattanapha, former Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital Mahidol University to specify

side Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Public Health Revealed after providing policies and guidelines to accelerate people’s immunity to village health volunteers (Vol. Despite COVID epidemic will be resolved but also underscores all agencies’ mission to promote public awareness and follow various preventive measures of public health strictly especially to increase immunity Why booster vaccination is an important tool This greatly reduces the serious illness and death of people. especially in the elderly

In the past, VHV has been an important mechanism that helps support COVID-19 related operations. come continuously Therefore, the Ministry of Public Health has the idea VHV is a means from which to link policies Ministry of Public Health Accelerate the building of immunity against COVID-19 give more Especially the 608 group is more at risk of diseases severe and death than other groups. You should receive at least 70% of the booster vaccine, preferably up to the 4th dose. and also reduce mortality

allowing the VHV to be the main leader in the search for target groups in the area responsible for receiving the vaccine Starting from today until 31 December 2022 there is a target of at least 2 million doses, of which the Ministry of Health has already distributed the vaccine to public health services across the country. which the object of vaccination is not related to affiliation The hospital that has begun to move to the territory and has urged all provincial public health doctors (Dr. Sor.Sor.) to accelerate the action Aims to inject more than 70% of the population in 1-2 months to follow up on the results of the National Vaccine Committee meeting. together with the academic committee To discuss vaccine trends in 2023 and future purchases.