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Does anyone have any statistics on Thai Vs. Foreigner deaths in Thailand?

Thanks in advance. 

Perhaps it is the extensive use of masks, particularly N95 masks, Thais have become accustomed to using over the many years of pollution here. 

In a bizarre twist of fate, the terrible pollution in Thailand may have saved them from the onslaught of the pandemic!????

1669 is the emergency number for an ambulance.

Unfortunately the government has also Put the rescue foundations on lock down As well between 10pm~4am. 

Normally they cover 90+% of the cases so I'm not sure how they will handle the workload. I suspect they will recind that order in the near future. 

I think many scientists around the world are trying to understand how/why Thailand has not hD it's own pandemic a long time ago. 

people said because if the heat bit then why did Singapore explode but not Thailand and also why now is Thailand finally becoming an epicenter even though it's getting hotter everyday. 

I guess we'll find out one day but would be good to know why, now. 

Could it be the normal heavy use of N95 masks for pollution that has stemmed the pandemic here? 

Interested in other people's ideas. 

I think Thailand has been lucky son far. I think it's very little to do with being efficient at dealing with this situation. 

It could have easily gone the other way. 

Seriously lucky actually. 

If China had not closed its own borders and Thailand had not closed its borders (and offered free visas as they did) to China, we would be in the same situation as them now. 

Pure luck.

common practice in Britain is to ram motorcycles with police cars. 

The guy is a criminal he died through his own criminal actions. 

There is one parked in Ekamai. I went to see them and how the camera/facial recognition worked. He couldn't get it to work. Didnt seem to know how? 

He said he didn't like the BMW because it had no insurance! ????

Was worried about having an accident so they just park up in a small Soi for hours ????

Weren't interested in asking me anything ????

7 hours ago, Thaiwrath said:

Because, if the chairman of the Anti-corruption and Misconduct committee was found to be corrupt, then Thailand would be a laughing stock AGAIN !  ????????????????

don't suppose you remember about 18 years ago the whole anti corruption committee were convicted for fraud of some sort but the judge then said let's not darken their years of good service to the country and let them all go! ????

never ending cycle 

most of the doctors are the same!!! 

Bangkok hospital surgeon for a hernia operation 400,000 Baht.

My friend at Chuoalongkorn told me to go there because it's the same doctor 140,000 baht. 

I think the main difference would be the after care. 

Last year a new labor law said that people here legally under existing work permits can volunteer without amending their work permit that was required in the past. 

apart from that I have no other knowledge about other amendments but believe there were others. It should be on a thread here somewhere...

I went to the ancient city in Samut Prakan (which is privately owned) with my parents who were on holiday and when asking for tickets spoke Thai, the lady quickly asked do I work here and I replied yes and a Thai drivers license was enough to get me in at Thai prices. She then apologized and said my parents would have to pay tourist rates which I expected anyway. 

All this was without me asking. it was a proactive gesture from staff there. 

I was also very surprised to know that in NZ (and many western countries) there are also dual pricing in certain places. Ie: you must show a NZ passport/driving license or any form of ID including a bill from your house or rental (ie: overseas students etc. can also get local price). 

I think there are examples of dual pricing in many countries and it is also random. 

It does seem the government owned places in Thailand are the worst though and won't even accept residency papers from foreigners (or so I've heard) and yet others will accept a non~B passport and yet others need a work permit. All quite random. 

What is this about if you stay away from home for less than 14 days you don't need to do it? 

Is there a complete source of information for this somewhere? 

Thank you in advance ????

I agree that KluayNumThai is not a good hospital! Search around for a better one. 

If you're talking about Government Social Security Insurance (Bakan Sandkhom) then yes you are correct. If there are cheaper medications available they will be given them. The Thai government does a pretty good job of licensing medications (and making them themselves) so they are more affordable to lower income earners. 

But saying that, only certain participating private hospitals accept Government Social Security Insurance. Normally the low end private hospitals. 

For example Bangkok Hospital would not accept Government Insurance but KluayNumThai does. 

These low end hospitals are not much better than Government ones anyway though. ????

There are several "layers" of service for Thais, the cheapest is the 30baht scheme that only government Hospitals (or participating low end private hospitals) accept. This gives every single Thai person a chance for some sort of health care, albeit often very poor service. 

Next is government Social Security Insurance (normally costing 300~1000) a month dependent on  your salary. Again, this is restricted to Government and private participating hospitals. And again, service is quite poor. 

After that you have your regular insurances. 

Hospital choice is important but also Doctors are important. It's best to research. For example, the same Doctor Who works at Chuoalongkorn hospital as a surgeon also works at Bangkok Hospital! 

I went to both and was surprised to meet him at both! ????????????

But of course the price for Bangkok was 400,000 and Chula 140,000. 

18 hours ago, garyk said:

Wow,  I am curious.  Some of you long time expats here. Was this kind of violence been going on here 10-20 years ago?

 

 

 

Yes. Always has been like this. 10,000 baht is normal for a hit. 

Normally Thai~Thai though but I guess as foreigners have assimilated into the country more and more then eventually they will get caught up in its ugly side. 

Hits range from the average person to ministers in government, sometimes with police involvement. Just a few years ago a border police unit was caught upin kidnapping and extortion. Army and other government officials caught up in human trafficking. The list of serious crimes is substantial. Just google and you'll be amazed at the shit that goes on here. I don't agree with people that says this goes on everywhere, but then, I'm from NZ so to me, this is shocking stuff. I always watch my back here. Keep to people I know we'll. Seriously avoid anyone who is remotely dodgy. Keep yourself and your assets as low key as possible. 

As another member said, there's lots of poverty and drug related crimes here that makes people desperate. Be aware of that. 

1 hour ago, NCC1701A said:

me too...

Me too

1 hour ago, NCC1701A said:

me too...

20 years. Had a bad stomach about 3 times (once from KFC) Almost always eat street food. 

Perhaps the longer you live here the better your stomach is (judging from comments above). 

I wouldn't be concerned. The worst thing is you may have to go to hospital, take some meds, and start again. 

1 hour ago, Preacher said:

Some jobs not only require a work permit but also a license, like a doctor and a teacher. Without a license you can still not do these jobs.

I was going to ask about teaching. Since everyone now has to study for a teacher's license then does this new law affect that? 

you say not but are you sure? 

Thanks.

siriraj hospital for cheapness and competence but hard to get in and possibly long waiting times. 

Otherwise the big 3 as mentioned by others. Be prepared to pay a lot though. 

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The number is 1646 in Bangkok pillock! ?

1669 is the number for Narenthorn outside of Bangkok. 

I remember many years ago there was a group of foreigners who made a group to go around condos and make formal complaints to management and negotiate whistle usage by security. 

Try googling it. It was really a long time ago like 15 years or something but it may give you some ideas if you can find the article/information about the group ?