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Study finds Long Covid heightens risks for neurological and mental conditions BANGKOK (NNT) - A respected medical lecturer has pointed out findings from a major study on the effects and risks associated with Long Covid. The study found Long Covid is associated with risks of developing neurological and mental conditions. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1269359-study-finds-long-covid-heightens-risks-for-neurological-and-mental-conditions/

BANGKOK (NNT) - A respected medical lecturer has pointed out findings from a major study on the effects and risks associated with Long Covid. The study found Long Covid is associated with risks of developing neurological and mental conditions. Chulalongkorn University lecturer Thira Woratanarat wrote about issues with Long Covid on his Facebook page. He cited a study from Oxford University, published in The Lancet Psychiatry medical journal. The study assessed Long Covid issues from data produced by about 1.3 million people worldwide. The study evaluated the risks of Long Covid affecting the brain, nervous system, and mental health. Assoc. Prof. Thira elaborated on key discoveries brought about by the study. Firstly, the Omicron variant of COVID-19 was found to contribute the same Long Covid risks as those presented by the Delta or earlier strains. Said risks are associated with the brain, nervous system, and mental health. Secondly, people who contract COVID-19 are at risk of emotional setbacks such as depression and anxiety. However, said risk will gradually reduce over 2-3 months until it reaches the same level as that for the normal population. Thirdly, the study found that people who contracted Covid face a heightened risk of developing neurological issues. The study determined that said risk prevails over a period of two years. Dr. Thira noted the period might actually be longer than two years if the study is continued into the future. Dr. Thira said the study is of global interest as it illustrates the significance of Long Covid. He added a wide range of neurological and emotional conditions may arise due to Long Covid and the elevated risks for these conditions may last for more than 2 years. The medical lecturer said each country needs to come up with support systems for people afflicted with the aforementioned conditions. People who were previously infected should frequently assess their health in terms of cognitive ability, memory, attention span, and emotion. If these do not match the pre-Covid norm, the individual should consult a doctor. Dr. Thira added that keeping from getting infected with Covid is the best path to take. He said wearing masks correctly is key to this effort. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220819025123784 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-08-19 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

DDC warns against intensified dengue fever outbreaks during this rainy season BANGKOK (NNT) - Health authorities have voiced their concern about the threat of dengue fever during the current rainy season. The Department of Disease Control (DDC) has indicated the illness is now being increasingly found in the adult population. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1269358-ddc-warns-against-intensified-dengue-fever-outbreaks-during-this-rainy-season/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Health authorities have voiced their concern about the threat of dengue fever during the current rainy season. The Department of Disease Control (DDC) has indicated the illness is now being increasingly found in the adult population. DDC Director-General Opas Karnkawinpong said 16,276 dengue fever patients were found in Thailand from January 1 to August 10 this year. 14 of these patients have lost their lives. The group of deceased patients aged more than 35 years has grown by 2.2 times its size compared to the same period last year. The provinces with the highest patient numbers are, in respective order, Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Ubon Ratchathani, Tak, and Si Saket. For this year, the DDC expects intensified dengue fever outbreaks in accordance with the disease’s outbreaks cycle. The department says there is a tendency for a greater prevalence of the disease among adult patients. Dengue fever entails 2-7 days of acute high fever in combination with headaches, body aches, a reddened face, and small, red spots on the skin. Nausea, vomiting, stomach ache, and loss of appetite may also occur. Most dengue fever patients do not experience coughs or runny rose. When the fever starts to level off, special care must be exercised to shocks and deaths being commonly observed during this stage. The DDC director-general asks that people look after the conditions of people in their families who come down with fever. If a high fever persists for more than 2 days and cannot be brought down via fever reducers, there is cause for dengue fever to be suspected. In this scenario, aspirin and ibuprophen drugs are to be avoided and the patient should quickly be taken to see a doctor. Dr. Opas encouraged people to remove mosquito breeding grounds around their homes. This can be done by keeping the home tidy, storing all items in and around the home in an orderly manner, and increasing sunlight intake. Lids should be placed on items that contain water and vases should have their water changed every week. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220819024620781 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-08-19 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Commerce Min promoting Thailand-Singapore digital trade BANGKOK (NNT) - As digital platforms have increasingly become a vital tool for post-pandemic trade, the Ministry of Commerce is now assisting the preparation of Thai businesses for digital economic transformation. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1269357-commerce-min-promoting-thailand-singapore-digital-trade/

BANGKOK (NNT) - As digital platforms have increasingly become a vital tool for post-pandemic trade, the Ministry of Commerce is now assisting the preparation of Thai businesses for digital economic transformation. The Department of Trade Negotiations held a seminar on the new age of commerce between Thailand and Singapore, with a particular focus on digital trade. This event highlighted the potential of digital trade partnerships between Thailand and foreign countries, particularly Singapore which has already established digital economy partnerships with several countries, such as Australia and New Zealand. Department of Trade Negotiations Director-General Auramon Supthaweethum said Singapore had proposed to establish a digital economy partnership with Thailand, which is now under review. She said this marks a good start for Thai businesses to make the necessary preparations as many countries have already adopted digital-related laws. Deputy Minister of Commerce Sinit Lertkrai said e-commerce has recently become a key agenda following its global increase in popularity due to the COVID-19 pandemic, while several trade deals such as the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership have a dedicated agreement for e-commerce. He said the Thai government and private sector have been working together to streamline digitalization, which includes an effort to establish a national e-commerce platform that is linked to the national platforms of other countries. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220819024320778 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-08-19 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

COVID infections on the rise in 44 provinces, over 30,000 new cases a day (Photo by Viktor Forgacs) COVID-19 infections in 44 of Thailand’s provinces, including Bangkok, have been increasing, with an average rate of 31,148 cases a day between August 7th and 13th, according to Spokesman for the Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) Dr. Taweesin Visanuyothin. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1269355-covid-infections-on-the-rise-in-44-provinces-over-30000-new-cases-a-day/

(Photo by Viktor Forgacs) COVID-19 infections in 44 of Thailand’s provinces, including Bangkok, have been increasing, with an average rate of 31,148 cases a day between August 7th and 13th, according to Spokesman for the Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) Dr. Taweesin Visanuyothin. The death toll, during the same period, was 236, most of whom were people over 60, those with underlying diseases and pregnant women. There were also 853 serious cases, including 436 on ventilators. Dr. Taweesin said that he would like the public to continue to wear face masks while they are outdoors and among people, noting that not getting infected is the best means of protection. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/covid-infections-on-the-rise-in-44-provinces-over-30000-new-cases-a-day/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-08-19 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Kuwaiti man racing motorbikes with foreigners crashes in a pickup truck A Kuwaiti motorbike racer driving in a group of four other foreigners crashed into a stationary pickup truck in Pattaya and suffered several injuries. Nobody, however, reportedly cooperated with the police, so all five bikes were impounded. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1269274-kuwaiti-man-racing-motorbikes-with-foreigners-crashes-in-a-pickup-truck/

A Kuwaiti motorbike racer driving in a group of four other foreigners crashed into a stationary pickup truck in Pattaya and suffered several injuries. Nobody, however, reportedly cooperated with the police, so all five bikes were impounded. The accident occurred in the early morning of August 18th on Jomtien Beach Road at the entry of Soi 9 in Banglamung. Sawang Boriboon rescue services assisted one Kuwaiti racer who crashed his rented Honda PCX bike into a stationary Chevrolet Colorado pickup truck on the side of the road and hurt himself. According to reports, the Kuwaiti man suffered a serious head injury and scrapes and did not provide his name to the police who arrived later and tried to initially refuse medical treatment. His four foreign friends who were with him only shouted incomprehensibly at rescue workers, police, and reporters, and refused to tell officers which bike they rode, so the Pattaya police officers decided to impound all five bikes. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/08/18/kuwaiti-man-racing-motorbikes-with-four-other-foreigners-crashes-into-pickup-truck-in-pattaya-and-suffers-injuries-group-refuses-to-cooperate-with-police/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-08-18 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

54-year-old man found dead while out fishing PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya A 54-year-old man was found dead in a deserted pond while out fishing in Chonburi. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1269273-54-year-old-man-found-dead-while-out-fishing/

PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya A 54-year-old man was found dead in a deserted pond while out fishing in Chonburi. Police officers from the Chonburi Police Station were notified of a middle-aged man drowning in a deep, deserted pond in the Na Pa subdistrict of Chonburi’s Mueng district today, August 18th. The victim was a 54-year-old elderly father, Kwanjai Kaewyam. He was discovered by his daughter, Maneemol Kaewyam, 22, who left home to look for him after he was out fishing for oddly long. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/08/18/54-year-old-man-found-dead-in-a-pond-while-out-fishing-in-chonburi/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-08-18 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

More than four million foreign tourists have arrived since January, TAT reports PHOTO: prachachat The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) on Wednesday, August 17th, reported that the total number of foreign tourists arriving in Thailand has reached four million since the full country reopening on January 1st. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1269272-more-than-four-million-foreign-tourists-have-arrived-since-january-tat-reports/

PHOTO: prachachat The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) on Wednesday, August 17th, reported that the total number of foreign tourists arriving in Thailand has reached four million since the full country reopening on January 1st. TAT Governor Yuthasak Supasorn told the press that after the government had relaxed its measures and registrations for foreign tourists in January, it was reported that a total of 4,015,504 tourists had visited the country from January 1st to August 16th, reflecting a gradual improvement in the tourism industry. “TAT expected that as of August 31st, the number of foreign tourists would reach 4.5 million people and about 40,000+ people would arrive in the country per day,” the governor added. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/08/18/more-than-four-million-foreign-tourists-have-arrived-in-thailand-since-full-country-reopening-in-january-thailands-tourism-authority-reports/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-08-18 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

TAT to Propose Visa Extension for Tourists BANGKOK, Aug 18 (TNA) – The Tourism Authority of Thailand will propose to the Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration tomorrow (Aug 19) to extend the maximum stays for holders of tourist visas and visas on arrival to encourage them to stay longer in the country. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1269264-tat-to-propose-visa-extension-for-tourists/

BANGKOK, Aug 18 (TNA) – The Tourism Authority of Thailand will propose to the Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration tomorrow (Aug 19) to extend the maximum stays for holders of tourist visas and visas on arrival to encourage them to stay longer in the country. TAT governor Yuthasak Supasorn said that TAT would propose tourist visas be valid for 45 days instead of 30 days and visas on arrival for 30 days instead of 15 days and the measure should continue until Dec 31, 2022. According to him, TAT will also propose to end the requirement for visitors arriving by land from Laos and Malaysia to fill in the TM6 immigration form to facilitate their visits and prevent crowding at immigration checkpoints. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1000572 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2022-08-18 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Gen Prawit follows up on land bank operations BANGKOK (NNT) - Deputy Prime Minister Gen Prawit Wongsuwan today made a video call with related agencies to follow up on land allocation in 8 provinces. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1269263-gen-prawit-follows-up-on-land-bank-operations/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Deputy Prime Minister Gen Prawit Wongsuwan today made a video call with related agencies to follow up on land allocation in 8 provinces. Gen Prawit was today briefed on the sustainable land management initiative run by the Land Bank Administration Institute (LABAI). He urged the institute to expedite its work, while emphasizing the government’s priority to solve issues surrounding land rights among farmers and low-income earners. The institute currently operates sustainable land management projects for some 197 hectares of land (1,234 rai) in Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai, Tak, Nakhon Ratchasima, Chanthaburi, Phetchaburi, Chachoengsao, and Surat Thani. The projects have so far allowed farmers from 12 community enterprises to farm on these plots of land, in line with the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy. Produce from these farms is sold in nearby communities, and is recognized as safe and organic products. This allows members of the community enterprises to generate an even higher income. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220818182937644 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-08-17 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

CCSA to endorse downgrading COVID-19 disease tier BANGKOK (NNT) - The Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) is expected to consider endorsing the reclassification of COVID-19 as an infectious disease under surveillance tomorrow. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1269262-ccsa-to-endorse-downgrading-covid-19-disease-tier/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) is expected to consider endorsing the reclassification of COVID-19 as an infectious disease under surveillance tomorrow. The matter is expected to be presented at the CCSA’s full panel meeting on Friday by the Ministry of Public Health, which has previously announced the downgrade, as per the National Communicable Disease Committee’s decision. Gen Supoj Malaniyom, Secretary General of the National Security Council, said the CCSA may provide observations and recommendations on this matter, including scenarios for future developments, as the National Communicable Disease Committee has the full authority to adjust the disease tier. The Thai government has been relaxing disease control restrictions, allowing the economy and the hard-hit tourism industry to recover. Efforts have been made to improve access to treatments, with the necessary drugs now accessible through private hospitals and medical clinics. Officials are now considering expanding the drug supply to primary pharmacies in the future. Despite the improved situation, the NSC chief said the Emergency Decree remains essential to controlling movements at borders. Gen Supoj said the decision regarding the Emergency Decree will depend on the Ministry of Public Health’s proposal, while the proposal to extend nightclub closing time to as late as 4 am will not be added to the agenda for tomorrow’s meeting. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Public Health Anutin Charnvirakul said the ministry will let the CCSA decide whether to extend the Emergency Decree, noting that the law should not be viewed as a restriction to rights or freedom, but rather a disease control response that enables fast and effective treatments for patients. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220818174907603 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-08-17 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Free vaccination service at Bang Sue Grand Station extended until end of September Thailand’s largest vaccination centre, at Bangkok’s Bang Sue Grand Station, will continue to provide a free COVID-19 inoculation service to the public until the end of September, instead of the end of this month as earlier announced. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1269261-free-vaccination-service-at-bang-sue-grand-station-extended-until-end-of-september/

Thailand’s largest vaccination centre, at Bangkok’s Bang Sue Grand Station, will continue to provide a free COVID-19 inoculation service to the public until the end of September, instead of the end of this month as earlier announced. Dr. Mingkwan Wichaidit, head of the vaccination centre, said today (Thursday) that the extension of the service has been approved by the Medical Services and Disease Control departments, because there are still people arriving at the centre, especially for booster shots. She added that the extension of the service is in line with the Ministry of Public Health’s decision to change the status of COVID-19 from “dangerous infectious disease” to “infectious disease under watch” in October. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/free-vaccination-service-at-bang-sue-grand-station-extended-until-end-of-september/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-08-18 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

The health ministry has ordered two imported batches of cancer drugs be taken out of Vietnam because they contain an ingredient included in the national list of toxic medicinal ingredients. Around 3,042 packets of Capetero 500 were imported into Vietnam by the Dong Duong Complex Distribution Company, based in Ho Chi Minh City’s Thu Duc City. The drug is used to treat certain kinds of cancer including breast and colorectal cancer. However, the drug also contains capecitabine, a chemotherapy medication taken by mouth, with common side effects like abdominal pain, vomiting and diarrhea. This ingredient is including in Vietnam’s list of toxic drugs and toxic medicinal ingredients. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/imported-cancer-drugs-contain-toxic-ingredient-health-ministry-4500825.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-08-18

A Vietnamese laborer works illegally at a factory in South Korea in 2016. Photo by VnExpress/Tien Hung The central province of Thanh Hoa is unable to persuade around 900 workers to return home instead of staying on illegally in South Korea. Of 6,000 Thanh Hoa residents that have gone to work in South Korea, 900 have either stayed in the country after their working visa expired or breached contracts to work for other companies, said Le Thanh Tung, deputy head of the province’s labor department. The province’s Dong Son and Hoang Hoa districts have been stopped from recruiting laborers to work in South Korea, the Ministry of Labor, Invalids, and Social Affairs said in June. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/vietnam-province-struggles-to-prevent-natives-from-overstaying-in-south-korea-4500821.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-08-18

Local people pick up a group of tourists saved from strong waves off Bai Truong Beach in Phu Quoc Island. A local man died of heart failure soon after saving five people from being swept away by strong waves on Phu Quoc Island. On Wednesday afternoon Nguyen Van Thai, 56, a native of Duong To Commune, and some others heard a group of tourists in the water calling for help. The three adults and two children were swimming on Bai Truong beach when they were buffeted by giant waves. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/man-saves-tourists-from-drowning-in-phu-quoc-dies-of-heart-failure-4501006.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-08-18