More than 12,000 tested by ATKs in Phuket, more than 500 COVID cases identified

[snoop1130]

In total 361 officers from the Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO, or OrBorJor) were tested by ATKs today (Aug 20). All 361 tested negative. Photo: PPAO

 

PHUKET: More than 12,000 people across Phuket have been tested by antigen test kits (ATKs) since Aug 1, leading to more than 500 COVID infections being confirmed, Phuket Public Health Office (PPHO) Chief Dr Kusak Kukiattikoon has confirmed.

 

Dr Kusak revealed the figures this morning during a live broadcast from Provincial Hall, joined by Phuket Vice Governor Piyapong Choowong and Public Relations Department Phuket office (PR Phuket) Chief Bussaya Chaipeum. 

 

The figures were given in response to a deluge of queries as to the high number of cases being confirmed in Phuket in recent weeks, with a record number of local infections confirmed yesterday (Aug 19).

 

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[fangless]

Don't these figures just go to prove that the more you test the more results and true picture of the spread you find.

[fondue zoo]

There have been a few doctors who have stated the infected numbers are most probably much higher We are testing far behind the leading edge of the viral wave.    ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

 

[smedly]

been saying for weeks that covid is rampant in Phuket - sandbox tourists going out and about and mixing with locals - then testing positive because they are the only people tested on the Island  and their holiday ruined 

 

[stevenl]

46 minutes ago, smedly said:

been saying for weeks that covid is rampant in Phuket - sandbox tourists going out and about and mixing with locals - then testing positive because they are the only people tested on the Island  and their holiday ruined 

 

Looking at the number of positive tests for sandboxers it really isn't a big issue.

[impulse]

6 minutes ago, stevenl said:

Looking at the number of positive tests for sandboxers it really isn't a big issue.

It's a big deal for the few who do get infected, but no worse than they'd be if they tested positive in Spain, Mexico, or anywhere else they could travel where they mingle with locals then have to present a negative test to get on the airplane home.

 

 

[Meat Pie 47]

12 minutes ago, stevenl said:

Looking at the number of positive tests for sandboxers it really isn't a big issue.

in New Zealand they have about 20 and the lock down the country 

[HashBrownHarry]

11 minutes ago, Meat Pie 47 said:

in New Zealand they have about 20 and the lock down the country 

This will continue there and Oz ( and elswhere ) where they've completely locked the doors and shut off the world, their population will have built up zero immunity to Covid, therefore when it starts........look out - vaccinated or not!

[mtls2005]

We tested 12,391 people, and 519 people, or 4.2%, tested positive,” Dr Kusak confirmed.

 

Not great news.

[MasterBaker]

Aren't they supposed to shut the project after 90? no?... sorry

[stevenl]

51 minutes ago, MasterBaker said:

Aren't they supposed to shut the project after 90? no?... sorry

No. The 90 was a reference from the time there were no local infections, and referred to infections brought in by sandboxers.

[Bkk Brian]

1 hour ago, stevenl said:

No. The 90 was a reference from the time there were no local infections, and referred to infections brought in by sandboxers.

Link to where that is stated please?

 

ie refers only to sandboxers

Edited August 21, 2021 by Bkk Brian

[crazykopite]

And yet they still continue with the sandbox even tho they had stated it would cease if infections went over a certain number and those figures of infection are now way over that figure 

[stevenl]

34 minutes ago, Bkk Brian said:

Link to where that is stated please?

 

ie refers only to sandboxers

Just look at the timeline.

[schlog]

1 hour ago, stevenl said:

No. The 90 was a reference from the time there were no local infections, and referred to infections brought in by sandboxers.

90 sandboxler infections was the first uturn.

 

https://www.thephuketnews.com/ccsa-outlines-contingency-plan-criteria-for-shutting-down-phuket-sandbox-80436.php

[Phuketshrew]

11 hours ago, stevenl said:

12 hours ago, smedly said:

been saying for weeks that covid is rampant in Phuket - sandbox tourists going out and about and mixing with locals - then testing positive because they are the only people tested on the Island  and their holiday ruined 

 

Looking at the number of positive tests for sandboxers it really isn't a big issue.

Always so many negative comments here about Phuket. Covid-19 is not rampant on Phuket Island. To put the recent rise in cases into perspective, most have occurred in clusters centered around some fresh markets in Phuket Town and the main fishing port at Rassada (also Phuket town). The common factor here being fresh markets and the fishing industry that also employ many migrant workers. Kudos to the authorities for locking down these clusters and testing everyone connected to them, which has undoubtedly kept the rest of the island relatively covid free. They also deserve praise for the vaccination program roll out. I personally know several involved in this and their hard work and dedication under the circumstances has been outstanding.

 

Contrary to what many want to think, life in Phuket remains relatively normal. People (locals, expats and sand boxers) are free to move around the island, spend time relaxing on the wonderful beaches and dine on international and Thai cuisine at a variety of excellent restaurants.

 

Indeed, it was good to be out and about around Rawai last weekend and see and talk with locals, expats and sand boxers. Whilst obviously not back to pre-Covid levels as restaurants/bars must close at 9pm, it was  noticeably busier with a far more optimistic and friendly atmosphere. As I drove along Rawai beach front on Saturday morning there was barely a spare parking spot to be had.

 

Bearing in mind that the sandbox was a pilot scheme launched in the tourist low season then it has already provided much needed income for the local economy. Whilst returning to pre-Covid levels seems like a pipe dream, hopefully the sand box has achieved its goal of providing a spring board for the upcoming December to April tourist high season.

[Cake Monster]

15 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

PHUKET: More than 12,000 people across Phuket have been tested by antigen test kits (ATKs) since Aug 1, leading to more than 500 COVID infections being confirmed, Phuket Public Health Office (PPHO) Chief Dr Kusak Kukiattikoon has confirmed.

Mind Boggling numbers of testing in Phuket.

600 per Day for 20 Days on a population of over 400,000 +

 

[stevenl]

17 minutes ago, schlog said:

90 sandboxler infections was the first uturn.

 

https://www.thephuketnews.com/ccsa-outlines-contingency-plan-criteria-for-shutting-down-phuket-sandbox-80436.php

Again, you have to look at the timeline. When the sandbox was conceived there were no local infections at all. Now the infections are not from sandboxers, so why should it be cancelled?

[Khun Yogi]

On 8/20/2021 at 10:58 PM, HashBrownHarry said:

This will continue there and Oz ( and elswhere ) where they've completely locked the doors and shut off the world, their population will have built up zero immunity to Covid, therefore when it starts........look out - vaccinated or not!

NZ locked down completly when one case was found. Its up to about 30 now l believe.

[Bkk Brian]

21 hours ago, stevenl said:

Just look at the timeline.

No need to you made a claim but have not backed it up

[Danderman123]

On 8/20/2021 at 10:58 PM, HashBrownHarry said:

This will continue there and Oz ( and elswhere ) where they've completely locked the doors and shut off the world, their population will have built up zero immunity to Covid, therefore when it starts........look out - vaccinated or not!

You seem unclear on the concept of immunity. Vaccination provides immunity.

[oldcpu]

21 hours ago, Cake Monster said:

Mind Boggling numbers of testing in Phuket.

600 per Day for 20 Days on a population of over 400,000 +

 

Well 600 per day, while too small a number of tests IMHO, it's an improvement over about 100/day in June and about 200/day in July.

 

I too would like to see more testing as I believe it would help the government by giving them better information to support their decision making.

 

I fear thou their budget could limit their quantity of future testing.

[HashBrownHarry]

4 hours ago, Khun Yogi said:

NZ locked down completly when one case was found. Its up to about 30 now l believe.

Exactly - it's crazy.......

 

everytime they have a small amount of cases like this - lockdown??? good luck with that!

[HashBrownHarry]

4 hours ago, Danderman123 said:

You seem unclear on the concept of immunity. Vaccination provides immunity.

No they don't, they reduce the supmtoms if contracted - big difference.

 

Look at all the double vaxxed people testing +

[stevenl]

5 hours ago, Bkk Brian said:

No need to you made a claim but have not backed it up

No need to, has been done earlier already. I think it was oldcpu that made an excellent post on this.

Edited August 22, 2021 by stevenl

[Bkk Brian]

2 minutes ago, stevenl said:

No need to, has been done earlier already.

Deflection mate, the 90 infections in one week was never just for the sandbox tourists, why lie? Show the link to state it, you can't because there are none.

Edited August 22, 2021 by Bkk Brian

[stevenl]

2 minutes ago, Bkk Brian said:

Deflection mate, the 90 infections in one week was never just for the sandbox tourists, why lie? Show the link to state it, you can't because there are none.

Again, look at the timeline in stead of just following other thoughtless posts.

[Bkk Brian]

2 minutes ago, stevenl said:

Again, look at the timeline in stead of just following other thoughtless posts.

No you back up your claim I really do not understand why you are claiming this when its not true

[BangkokReady]

On 8/20/2021 at 10:58 PM, HashBrownHarry said:

their population will have built up zero immunity to Covid, therefore when it starts........look out - vaccinated or not!

The vaccinated will surely have some immunity though, right?

[stevenl]

29 minutes ago, Bkk Brian said:

No you back up your claim I really do not understand why you are claiming this when its not true

Ah, but it is true.