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Phuket marks 152 new COVID cases, two more deaths PHUKET: The latest Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) daily COVID situation report has marked 152 new local infections confirmed across the island yesterday (Apr 14), bringing the total number of infections recorded since Jan 1 to 49,793. https://www.thephuketnews.com/phuket-marks-152-new-covid-cases-two-more-deaths-83819.php

Worldwide COVID cases surpass 500 mln as Omicron variant BA.2 surges New cases are rising in 20 out of more than 240 countries and territories tracked, including Taiwan, Thailand and Bhutan. https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/worldwide-covid-cases-surpass-500-mln-omicron-variant-ba2-surges-2022-04-14/

I'm sure there are many sad stories like this that we rarely get to hear about. Money springs to mind. Covid test confusion ruins UK family holiday to Thailand An email with another sad outcome from possible risks, albeit small, that individuals and families face returning to Thailand at this time. The Thaiger receives at least a few of these sad stories every week. Names of individuals and locations been changed or withheld on the request of the author. My name is Pete Passport. I am a journalist and travel writer from the UK. I have travelled to Thailand many times since the 1980s, and love the country and the culture. But I have just had a disturbing experience in my latest visit with my wife and son, as part of a trip to write a holiday feature about how Thailand is re-opening to tourism in time for Songkran. https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/tourism/covid-test-confusion-ruins-uk-family-holiday-to-thailand

Chonburi announces 1,034 new and confirmed cases of Covid-19 and two new deaths Twelve people were listed as being in serious condition in Chonburi currently, either on a ventilator or with pneumonia. Nine of them were not vaccinated. According to the Chonburi Department of Public Health, the vast majority of recent cases are mild or asymptomatic at 99.604 percent. The two new deaths were aged 60 and 73, with severe personal health problems and pre-existing conditions. Both of them were not vaccinated. https://thepattayanews.com/2022/04/14/chonburi-announces-1034-new-and-confirmed-cases-of-covid-19-and-two-new-deaths/

THAI NEWS REPORTS: Today there were 115 reported deaths. 98% were either over 60 (78%) or were younger than 60 but with an underlying disease (20%). The ages ranged from 31-99 years. #Thailand https://twitter.com/ThaiNewsReports/status/1514476444264833024

I've not heard of this country although I know the city well: hailand:A man receives a dose of the COVID – 19 vaccine in Bangkok #Gallery https://www.socialnews.xyz/2022/04/14/hailanda-man-receives-a-dose-of-the-covid-19-vaccine-in-bangkok-gallery/

What threat do COVID-19 recombinants pose to Thailand? In the two years since it was declared a pandemic, the COVID-19 virus has given birth to many variants and, recently, to recombinants as well. People, therefore, need to stay updated about the changing virus to maximize their protection against the widespread and potentially fatal disease it causes. https://www.thaipbsworld.com/what-threat-do-covid-19-recombinants-pose-to-thailand/

Phuket marks 157 new COVID cases, one more death PHUKET: The latest Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) daily COVID situation report has marked 157 new local infections confirmed across the island yesterday (Apr 13), bringing the total number of infections recorded since Jan 1 to 49,622. https://www.thephuketnews.com/phuket-marks-157-new-covid-cases-one-more-death-83806.php

5th consecutive day of deaths over 100 & a new high for deaths at 115. Also, 24,134 new infections reported on Thursday. 26,997 discharged. 229,704 still being treated. #WhatsHappeningInThailand #Thailand #COVID19 #Omicron #โควิด19 #โควิดวันนี้ #โอมิครอน https://twitter.com/PravitR/status/1514403652991348738

Chonburi announces 981 new and confirmed cases of Covid-19 and five new deaths Highlights: 981 new confirmed cases of Covid-19 in Chonburi today 4,507 positive ATK (rapid antigen) tests were reported but all require a second confirmed PCR test before being counted as official cases. The ATK positive tests are just “possible” cases until confirmed by PCR. TPN notes, however, that second confirmed tests are no longer mandatory except for high-risk groups. 1,339 (PCR) and 6,334 (ATK) recovered and were released from medical care Five new deaths https://thepattayanews.com/2022/04/13/chonburi-announces-981-new-and-confirmed-cases-of-covid-19-and-five-new-deaths/

Phuket marks 189 new COVID cases, no new deaths PHUKET: The latest Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) daily COVID situation report has marked 189 new local infections confirmed across the island yesterday (Apr 10), bringing the total number of infections recorded since Jan 1 to 48,988. https://www.thephuketnews.com/phuket-marks-189-new-covid-cases-no-new-deaths-83769.php

Phuket marks 201 new COVID caseses, one more death PHUKET: The latest Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) daily COVID situation report has marked 201 new local infections confirmed across the island yesterday (Apr 9), bringing the total number of infections recorded since Jan 1 to 48,755 https://www.thephuketnews.com/phuket-marks-201-new-covid-caseses-one-more-death-83759.php

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How to attract further Covid infections? Hold a Full Moon party on Koh Phangan. The B.P are reporting that Koh Phangan are relaunching the F.M. party this month under certain conditions More from the their website.

Sunday's Covid-19 update: BREAKING: Omicron deaths surpassed 100 psychological mark for the first time! 108 deaths & 25,139 new infections reported on Sunday. 25,509 discharged. 250,973 still being treated. #WhatsHappeningInThailand #Thailand #COVID19 #Omicron #โควิด #โควิด #โอมิครอน https://twitter.com/PravitR/status/1512954225873264640

Novavax and Serum Institute of India Receive Emergency Use Authorization for Novavax' COVID-19 Vaccine in Thailand GAITHERSBURG, Md., and PUNE, India, April 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Novavax, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVAX), a biotechnology company dedicated to developing and commercializing next-generation vaccines for serious infectious diseases, and Serum Institute of India Pvt. Ltd. (SII), the world's largest vaccine manufacturer by volume, today announced that the Thailand Food and Drug Administration (Thai FDA) has granted emergency use authorization (EUA) for Novavax' protein-based vaccine for active immunization to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in individuals 18 years of age and older. The vaccine, also known as NVX-CoV2373, is manufactured and marketed by SII under the brand name Covovax™. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/novavax-and-serum-institute-of-india-receive-emergency-use-authorization-for-novavax-covid-19-vaccine-in-thailand-301520846.html

THAI NEWS REPORTS: Today it was reported that 100 international arrivals tested positive. 32 flew in from the UK. #Thailand https://twitter.com/ThaiNewsReports/status/1512366606831464450

Few Thais protect themselves against Covid, survey finds A recent opinion survey shows that many Thais still do things that put them at risk of contracting Covid-19, while some lack basic knowledge on protecting themselves. https://www.nationthailand.com/in-focus/40014343

(1/2) The number of daily new infections is not 50K or 60K but likely over 100K, said Udom Kachintorn, an advisor to the Center for #COVID19 Situation Admistration, Friday. Udom said this is because about 2 to 3 times the number of those at risk were not tested. #Thailand #KE (2/2) "I am worried that it will spread further during Songkran because people will gather," Udom said, referring to the traditional Thai New Year which starts Wednesday https://twitter.com/KhaosodEnglish/status/1512352417173880833

30 days of Covid insurance will suffice regardless of when your visa expires. https://tqm-app.com/static/thailandpass/detail-ta-fwdgi.html

AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine shelf-life extended in Thailand James Teague, Country President, AstraZeneca (Thailand) Ltd., said: “The newly extended shelf-life of our vaccine is welcome news that will greatly benefit the national vaccination programme, ensuring that doses can be safely stored for longer before they are administered. As the third dose booster programme is further implemented, AstraZeneca will continue to support the government in providing vaccine doses to help protect against COVID-19.” https://www.astrazeneca.com/country-sites/thailand/press-releases/astrazenecas-covid-19-vaccine-shelf-life-extended-in-thailand.html

Chonburi announces 1,225 new and confirmed cases of Covid-19 and two new death Highlights: 1,225 new confirmed cases of Covid-19 in Chonburi today 6,468 positive ATK (rapid antigen) tests were reported but all require a second confirmed PCR test before being counted as official cases. The ATK positive tests are just “possible” cases until confirmed by PCR. TPN notes, however, that second confirmed tests are no longer mandatory except for high-risk groups. 1,229 (PCR) and 6,871 (ATK) recovered and were released from medical care Two new deaths Four people were listed as being in serious condition in Chonburi currently, either on a ventilator or with pneumonia. Two of them were not vaccinated. According to the Chonburi Department of Public Health, the vast majority of recent cases are mild or asymptomatic at 99.735 percent. The two new deaths were aged 44, and 90 with severe personal health problems and pre-existing conditions. Both of them were not vaccinated. https://thepattayanews.com/2022/04/08/chonburi-announces-1225-new-and-confirmed-cases-of-covid-19-and-two-new-deaths/

The true number of Covid infections in #Thailand is closer to 100,000 per day, according to CCSA Advisor Dr Udom Kachintorn. He said that because the number of internal cases is much higher than imported cases, entry restrictions could be lifted by July. https://twitter.com/ThaiEnquirer/status/1512295356293279757

Phuket marks 203 new COVID cases, one more death PHUKET: The latest Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) daily COVID situation report has marked 203 new local infections confirmed across the island yesterday (Apr 7), bringing the total number of infections recorded since Jan 1 to 48,300. https://www.thephuketnews.com/phuket-marks-203-new-covid-cases-one-more-death-83734.php

Opinion: Thailand’s abstention on Russia HRC status is a black mark that tarnishes our honour and reputation Thailand abstained in last night’s vote by the United Nations General Assembly to kick Russia out of the Human Rights Council. (More) https://www.thaienquirer.com/39292/opinion-thailands-abstention-on-russia-hrc-status-is-a-black-mark-that-tarnishes-our-honour-and-reputation/