webfact Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 Picture: Thai Rath Thai Rath quoted the director of the Department of Employment Phairot Chotiksathien as saying that all foreign workers legally in Thailand with work permits are entitled to get a Covid-19 vaccination. This is under prime minister Prayuth Chan-ocha's plan to ensure that 50 million people or 70% of the population are vaccinated by the end of this year. Those desirous of vaccination can do the following: 1. If you are in the social security system (Standard 33) you can tell your employee or place of work who will apply on your behalf. You will be informed of your vaccine date via your employer. 2. If not in the social security system you can apply for a vaccine of choice to a vaccine center yourself. All vaccines are organized through the Ministry of Public Health, said the director. Any questions please call 1506 x7 from 8am to 5pm except public holidays. Discover Cigna’s range of health insurance solutions created for expats and local nationals living in Thailand - click to view -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2021-08-21 - Whatever you're going through, the Samaritans are here for you - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thailand Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 And this is new? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Whale Posted August 21, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted August 21, 2021 Maybe they should tell us who is NOT entitled? 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Somtamnication Posted August 21, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted August 21, 2021 3 minutes ago, Whale said: Maybe they should tell us who is NOT entitled? Everyone else. Got a wife and child? You are not important. Retired? You are not important. This govt is a joke! 8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezzra Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 Stating the obvious is a preferred pass time in this country as several hospitals now either give them for free or charge modest amount to get on their waiting lists and you can get Pfizer and Moderna with no issues... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrotobike Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 "foreign workers" Again youngsters over the old and sick (including Thais) 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post HappyExpat57 Posted August 21, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted August 21, 2021 A right to a vax? A RIGHT?!? Isn't it everyone's interest to get the entire population vaxxed? 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve187 Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 38 minutes ago, ezzra said: Stating the obvious is a preferred pass time in this country as several hospitals now either give them for free or charge modest amount to get on their waiting lists and you can get Pfizer and Moderna with no issues... there is no moderna in Thailand 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gottfrid Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 And why aren´t they vaccinated or getting vaccinated, then? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post BangkokReady Posted August 21, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted August 21, 2021 2 hours ago, webfact said: all foreign workers legally in Thailand with work permits are entitled to get a Covid-19 vaccination Quite different to the UK's position of "We won't ask you any questions, just come and get vaccinated, we want everyone vaccinated for the good of society", more like "Fine, if we absolutely have to vaccinate foreign people because they live in Thailand and are working hard to the benefit of Thailand and Thai people, as long as you are completely legal we will reluctantly give you a vaccine, eventually". They really should be just allowing foreign people to register with their passport, check their identity when they come to the vaccine centre, then give them the vaccine". It really shouldn't matter about their immigration status, no one is doing vaccine tourism in Thailand and it benefits everyone to get as many people vaccinated as soon as possible. Most foreigners are willing to pay, so it's not like they even need to worry about the cost. Is there anyone who wouldn't be willing to pay a few thousand Baht and show their passport to get a vaccine? No real excuse other than not wanting to give foreign people vaccines. 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post lordblackader Posted August 21, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted August 21, 2021 3 hours ago, Scrotobike said: "foreign workers" Again youngsters over the old and sick (including Thais) Clearly you fall into the old and sick category as you've lost your marbles. Getting a shot over 60 and over or with certain disease is dead easy. It's being under 60 where it becomes - at least in the north, near on impossible to get a shot. 2 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post SomchaiCNX Posted August 21, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted August 21, 2021 Registered about 3 months ago when they asked. No answer nor date yet. We registered and paid for Modena (5-6 weeks ago) no answer and date yet. 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrotobike Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 2 hours ago, lordblackader said: Clearly you fall into the old and sick category as you've lost your marbles. Getting a shot over 60 and over or with certain disease is dead easy. It's being under 60 where it becomes - at least in the north, near on impossible to get a shot. No just lost my marbles - what ever they are Young must wait.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Tracy Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 7 hours ago, Whale said: Maybe they should tell us who is NOT entitled? Extrapolate...those without work permits are not covered under this anouncement...No one else is 'entitled'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvetsKram Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 7 hours ago, Scrotobike said: "foreign workers" Again youngsters over the old and sick (including Thais) I'm 64 with a valid work permit & severe , not all are young Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 8 hours ago, webfact said: Thai Rath quoted the director of the Department of Employment Phairot Chotiksathien as saying that all foreign workers legally in Thailand with work permits are entitled to get a Covid-19 vaccination. Amazing safe trusted Thailand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ukrules Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 8 hours ago, Somtamnication said: Everyone else. Got a wife and child? You are not important. Retired? You are not important. This govt is a joke! Only when Thai people are rejected around the world due to their governments inaction will the situation be taken seriously. If there are no consequences to their actions then they will continue without a care in the world - as we can see. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikecha Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 8 hours ago, Somtamnication said: Everyone else. Got a wife and child? You are not important. Retired? You are not important. This govt is a joke! every goverment is a joke at the moment 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrotobike Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 1 hour ago, EvetsKram said: I'm 64 with a valid work permit & severe , not all are young Most are - there are a few exceptions to any rule. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cake Monster Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 All Foreigners have a right to a Covid 19 Vaccination. The fact that we are all members of the Human Race qualifies us, not a Visa or Work permit Etc Thailand statement " we do not discriminate against Foreigners " 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JRG23 Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 I have a digital WP. Got my AZ jab in June, no worries. 2nd supposed to be in Sept but no notifications at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
new2here Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 9 hours ago, BangkokReady said: Quite different to the UK's position of "We won't ask you any questions, just come and get vaccinated, we want everyone vaccinated for the good of society", more like "Fine, if we absolutely have to vaccinate foreign people because they live in Thailand and are working hard to the benefit of Thailand and Thai people, as long as you are completely legal we will reluctantly give you a vaccine, eventually". They really should be just allowing foreign people to register with their passport, check their identity when they come to the vaccine centre, then give them the vaccine". It really shouldn't matter about their immigration status, no one is doing vaccine tourism in Thailand and it benefits everyone to get as many people vaccinated as soon as possible. Most foreigners are willing to pay, so it's not like they even need to worry about the cost. Is there anyone who wouldn't be willing to pay a few thousand Baht and show their passport to get a vaccine? No real excuse other than not wanting to give foreign people vaccines. … I agree….: I also tend to think one of the the reasons why Thailand (and I’ll bet it’s not just Thailand that uses this same language) states the situation as “… all foreign workers legally in Thailand …” is to be careful not to tacitly condone those who may be here ILLEgally (ie not with proper government permit) and their access to services that are, in part, funded via the collection of taxes via regulated social activity (ex: income taxes) I agree with those who say that the virus doesn’t distinguish between a legal/documented versus illegal/undocumented person… and I think from only a public health perspective, it makes little sense to distinguish between the two… but.. as I’ve long said, rightly or wrongly, EVERY action the government takes, has a political price to paid, political risk incurred and impacts the optics and narrative that the government is always trying to maintain. So, I’ll bet the inclusion of the qualifier “legally” is in large part to satisfy/placate those who are strongly positioned on the larger immigration subject and all the smaller associated issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted August 22, 2021 Share Posted August 22, 2021 20 hours ago, BangkokReady said: Most foreigners are willing to pay, so it's not like they even need to worry about the cost. Is there anyone who wouldn't be willing to pay a few thousand Baht and show their passport to get a vaccine? Maybe quite a few thousand migrant workers who are classed as foreigners yes... they may find a few thousand baht a bit of a struggle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gottfrid Posted August 22, 2021 Share Posted August 22, 2021 23 hours ago, Somtamnication said: Everyone else. Got a wife and child? You are not important. Retired? You are not important. This govt is a joke! The people with WP are not important too. They just chose them out of the blue to have something silly to say. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djayz Posted August 22, 2021 Share Posted August 22, 2021 (edited) 23 hours ago, Scrotobike said: "foreign workers" Again youngsters over the old and sick (including Thais) Why not? Those who are working and supporting the economy should also be vaccinated. I can't understand why those with one foot in the grave should be given priority. It's not as if they are first responders. Edited August 22, 2021 by djayz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djayz Posted August 22, 2021 Share Posted August 22, 2021 20 hours ago, lordblackader said: Clearly you fall into the old and sick category as you've lost your marbles. Getting a shot over 60 and over or with certain disease is dead easy. It's being under 60 where it becomes - at least in the north, near on impossible to get a shot. Not just out in the sticks. I'm in Bangkok, under 60 and have no underlying health issues and am still waiting for my shot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrotobike Posted August 22, 2021 Share Posted August 22, 2021 56 minutes ago, djayz said: Why not? Those who are working and supporting the economy should also be vaccinated. I can't understand why those with one foot in the grave should be given priority. It's not as if they are first responders. Fair enough - I understand your point - correct me if O am wrong but you seem to be saying let the old die as there lives are no longer useful? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sticky Rice Balls Posted August 22, 2021 Share Posted August 22, 2021 On 8/20/2021 at 8:26 PM, Whale said: Maybe they should tell us who is NOT entitled? Sure. Dirty Filthy Farangs.......VIP access for all Chinese arrivals ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sticky Rice Balls Posted August 22, 2021 Share Posted August 22, 2021 1 hour ago, Gottfrid said: The people with WP are not important too. They just chose them out of the blue to have something silly to say. (Puts WP back in drawer) shuffles away to sob silently........ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djayz Posted August 22, 2021 Share Posted August 22, 2021 26 minutes ago, Scrotobike said: Fair enough - I understand your point - correct me if O am wrong but you seem to be saying let the old die as there lives are no longer useful? On the contrary. I'm saying we are all equal, young and old, Thais and foreigners. After those who are most at risk, e.g. medical staff, have been vaccinated, then the rest of the population should be vaccinated without categories, rules, priorities. Regarding your comment about letting the old die. I am in two minds about that. On the one hand, we younger people owe them so much. Without them we wouldn't have the standard of living, freedoms, rights, etc. we enjoy and take for granted. On the other hand, it does seem like a waste to be vaccinating those who only have a few years left anyways. Do we take the moral high ground or be practical? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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