Delta variant taking over in Bangkok, spreads to 46 other provinces

[snoop1130]

 

The COVID-19 Delta variant has been found in more than half of the samples received recently from Bangkok, and has spread to 46 other provinces across the country, according to the Department of Medical Sciences today (Monday).

 

Of the 936 samples collected over the past week in Bangkok, the Delta variant makes up 52%, followed by Alpha at 47.8%, said Department Director-General Dr. Supakit Sirilak.

 

Of the 11,233 samples received since April 1st, 9,209 were of the Alpha variant (81.98%), 721 were of the Delta strain (16.36%) and 186 were of the Beta strain (1.66%).

 

Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/delta-variant-taking-over-in-bangkok-spreads-to-46-other-provinces/

 

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[EricTh]

Is this the start of the fourth wave?

[RotBenz8888]

14 minutes ago, EricTh said:

Is this the start of the fourth wave?

But it feels more like this is their first real wave. 

[GrandPapillon]

it's the same all over the world, Thailand is no exception, and they can't really hide it now like they did when the whole thing started

[blackcab]

Of the 11,233 samples received since April 1st, 9,209 were of the Alpha variant (81.98%), 721 were of the Delta strain (16.36%) and 186 were of the Beta strain (1.66%).

 

9,209 = 81.98%

721 = 6.42%

186 = 1.66%

[smedly]

2 hours ago, blackcab said:

Of the 11,233 samples received since April 1st, 9,209 were of the Alpha variant (81.98%), 721 were of the Delta strain (16.36%) and 186 were of the Beta strain (1.66%).

since April 1st 

 

useless data 

 

how about from July 1st 

[Petey11]

Think the 50% mark is the tipping point for Delta to change gear and really accelerate and become dominant.

[RichardColeman]

Thailand used be what 150th or so in covid infections and deaths ?

 

Now it has crept into 65th place in infections and 87th in deaths.

 

At the current rate Thailand is likely to be in the top 50 4-6 weeks for infections, and death probably in 3-4 months.

 

 

 

[DerbyDan]

why are they wearing paper masks?

all that is is a piece of paper without a virus filter inside.

[GrandPapillon]

watching Thailand situation is like watching the covid storm over in Europe some 6 months ago, while everyone in Thailand was enjoying the high life sans tourists, and expats touring 5 star hotels for the price of a short time hotel

 

now they are paying the price of "denial"

[Scott]

A post with a trolling meme has been removed.   Continue and face a suspension.   This is a discussion forum.

 

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10 hours ago, blackcab said:

Of the 11,233 samples received since April 1st, 9,209 were of the Alpha variant (81.98%), 721 were of the Delta strain (16.36%) and 186 were of the Beta strain (1.66%).

 

9,209 = 81.98%

721 = 6.42%

186 = 1.66%

 

7 hours ago, smedly said:

since April 1st 

 

useless data 

 

how about from July 1st 

From the article:

Of the 936 samples collected over the past week in Bangkok, the Delta variant makes up 52%, followed by Alpha at 47.8%, said Department Director-General Dr. Supakit Sirilak.

[Scott]

Trolling meme removed.  

 

[Bohemianfish]

As to paper mask, here in states wore a thin cotton mask for the entire year. Only time I caught a cold (2x) was when I didn't wear it (after they were not required). That small data sample shows to me that any kind of mask will be helpful.

 

[hotchilli]

12 hours ago, EricTh said:

Is this the start of the fourth wave?

Going to be the last wave for many... provinces with Delta variant is climbing rapidly, soon to be followed by patients.

This month is going to be interesting.

[Stargeezr]

I believe my cousin. who lives in Thailand, he says that Thailand may soon be put on the red hot scale and people will not be

allowed to travel anywhere soon.  Just a heads up.

Geezer

[Boedog]

8 hours ago, DerbyDan said:

why are they wearing paper masks?

all that is is a piece of paper without a virus filter inside.

And if it is so transmissible why are there no bio-hazard bins to dispose of all the used face masks

[mikebike]

8 hours ago, DerbyDan said:

why are they wearing paper masks?

all that is is a piece of paper without a virus filter inside.

The intent of the paper mask is to stop the wearer from spreading aeresolized and particulate gob to others... same reason surgeons wear them. It IS NOT to protect the wearer.

[mikebike]

7 minutes ago, Boedog said:

And if it is so transmissible why are there no bio-hazard bins to dispose of all the used face masks

Because the life-span of the virus on surfaces is relatively short. This is why we are not disinfecting our groceries anymore...

[herfiehandbag]

14 hours ago, EricTh said:

Is this the start of the fourth wave?

 

14 hours ago, RotBenz8888 said:

But it feels more like this is their first real wave. 

If a variant from Central and South America appears, will it be a Mexican Wave?

[club]

If this is true they need to stop using Chinese vaccines. Why? Because it has  little affect on Delta after 2 jabs. The Chinese are talking about a third jab Booster to lift its strength against the Delta Variant  

[Dogmatix]

We have been reading reportes by "leading Thai virologists" that delta just might become the dominant strain in 3-4 months.  Now it's already the dominant strain in bangkok if it's 52%. 

 

I wonder what qualifications are needed to become a leading Thai virologist.

[club]

1 minute ago, Dogmatix said:

We have been reading reportes by "leading Thai virologists" that delta just might become the dominant strain in 3-4 months.  Now it's already the dominant strain in bangkok if it's 52%. 

 

I wonder what qualifications are needed to become a leading Thai virologist.

Two 8 hour classes

[blackcab]

Off topic posts have been removed.

[Caldera]

Delta is well and truly taking over, no surprise there. They really need to get their act together with regards to vaccinations.

[trainman34014]

13 hours ago, Petey11 said:

Think the 50% mark is the tipping point for Delta to change gear and really accelerate and become dominant.

Or Mutate again and become something far worse !

[DerbyDan]

3 hours ago, mikebike said:

The intent of the paper mask is to stop the wearer from spreading aeresolized and particulate gob to others... same reason surgeons wear them. It IS NOT to protect the wearer.

i don't care. i want a cloth mask with a virus filter in there. wearing a paper is nutso.

[trainman34014]

2 hours ago, Dogmatix said:

We have been reading reportes by "leading Thai virologists" that delta just might become the dominant strain in 3-4 months.  Now it's already the dominant strain in bangkok if it's 52%. 

 

I wonder what qualifications are needed to become a leading Thai virologist.

Your Fathers Uncle had a Dog that was loved by someone 'Important' !

[mikebike]

18 hours ago, DerbyDan said:

i don't care. i want a cloth mask with a virus filter in there. wearing a paper is nutso.

For that sort of protection you need a respirator not a paper mask.

[BestB]

And has interprovincial travel been banned or limited? Of course not , way too logical to do that