Gadgets that have become vital in the COVID-19 era

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Ever since the arrival of COVID-19 early last year, people have been taking precautions to protect themselves. Facemasks and alcohol sanitizing gel have become indispensable parts of our everyday lives. Yet, Thailand’s daily caseload of infections and fatalities has soared in recent months, compelling people to look for more ways to protect themselves.

 

Thermometers, pulse oximeters, and oxygen concentrators have been flying off the shelves, so people, even those who don’t test positive, can keep track of their health.

 

Thermometer

While most Thais are familiar with the thermometer, not many kept one at home before the COVID-19 crisis. Most people were happy to check their or other’s temperature by placing a hand on the forehead, and if their symptoms worsened, they could always have their temperature checked and get treated at a nearby hospital.

 

Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/gadgets-that-have-become-vital-in-the-covid-19-era/

 

-- © Copyright Thai PBS 2021-08-09

 

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