6 hours ago, webfact said:

● 19,245 recoveries

● 14,362 new infections 

● 304 prison / prison infections

Numbers suddenly declining in ready for the grand opening.... funny how things turn-out just right in the end.

6 hours ago, brewsterbudgen said:

Yes, it does seem the corner has been turned. I am slightly, but pleasantly, surprised at the speed at which restrictions are being lifted. It even looks like some schools may be able to resume proper classes later in September.

Unfortunate though that no kids have been vaccinate.

1 hour ago, anchadian said:

Each province's daily domestic COVID-19 cases update in Thailand on Tuesday.

Total: 14,355

 

https://www.facebook.com/nbtworld/posts/10158228837462050

With todays high case count in Phuket its shot to the 5th most infected Province per capita

https://aseannow.com/topic/1221220-information-about-new-covid-19-cases-per-province/?do=findComment&comment=16786814

 

1 hour ago, Bkk Brian said:

Its important to put that in context of what was actually stated which was:

 

 @ 6:47  "there were good reasons to only count the mrna Pfizer and Moderna vaccines in the initial stages of their vaccination program because of the efficacy, when most of population was not vaccinated it was important to get them inoculated with the most effective vaccines available, but as our vaccination coverage increased to 70%, we are collectively more resilient so our considerations have changed and what is more important now is the difference between those who are vaccinated and not vaccinated, so less so between different vaccine brands. So from 10th Aug we will be more inclusive.

 

 

In other words, the always-furious CCP complained about it so now the worried Singapore government must backtrack.

 

10 minutes ago, Bkk Brian said:

With todays high case count in Phuket its shot to the 5th most infected Province per capita

https://aseannow.com/topic/1221220-information-about-new-covid-19-cases-per-province/?do=findComment&comment=16786814

 

 

So clearly it's not vaccination rates that explain the mysterious sudden sharp decreases in case numbers.  Otherwise, Phuket would not be worsening and Bangkok's cases would be declining more sharply than they've declined so far.

 

3 hours ago, GStewart70 said:

If only it was that simple.

Israel reimposed mask mandates within days of reopening and is now deploying booster shoots to calm the escalating situation.

UK has rising hospitalisations and deaths.

A Scottish health advisor was yesterday warning about the possibility of a reverse in lockdown restrictions easing if the situation continues.

The vaccines wane after six months. 

Think of mice running on a wheel in a cage.

You have underestimated the Thai miracle…what has happened to the rest of the world will not happen to them because Anutin and Prayut are gods from another dimension.

 

Or just bull hiitters!

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EXCLUSIVE Thailand's elderly lag behind in COVID vaccination drive, data show

 

BANGKOK, Aug 31 (Reuters) - Just two weeks before her long-awaited vaccine appointment in Bangkok, Anyamanee Puttaraksa's 62-year-old mother became feverish. Three days later, her mother tested positive for COVID-19. Four hours afterward, she died.

 

https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/exclusive-thailands-elderly-lag-behind-covid-vaccination-drive-data-show-2021-08-31/

7 hours ago, brewsterbudgen said:

Yes, it does seem the corner has been turned. I am slightly, but pleasantly, surprised at the speed at which restrictions are being lifted. It even looks like some schools may be able to resume proper classes later in September.

Yes it seems another 4 weeks could be more sensible but hey ho the Czar know's best

This chart shows how far Thailand's elderly lag in being vaccinated against COVID-19 - from which they face the greatest risk of serious illness or death. That's why nearly all countries make them a priority

 

https://twitter.com/TostevinM/status/1432630989176524805

17 minutes ago, Macrohistory said:

 

So clearly it's not vaccination rates that explain the mysterious sudden sharp decreases in case numbers.  Otherwise, Phuket would not be worsening and Bangkok's cases would be declining more sharply than they've declined so far.

 

Strange dear Watson, strange.

It was funny reading doom and gloom predictions here. Was it intentional scaremongering or lack of experience in how the world operates not knowing that trees don’t grow to the skies, i don’t know. This wave of infections will end like any endemic infections end, after a significant share of population catches the virus. In Thailand half the population very likely already went through it and recovered. September will finish this process and this wave will subside to comfort levels to open the country just as promised.

I think the best indicator that something is amiss is that the deaths started falling around the same time that the infection rate started to recede. The general consensus is that deaths lag infection by approximately 21 days so in theory the death rate should still be rising slightly rather than having made a significant drop. 

5 hours ago, mommysboy said:

How? I mean where are the centres?  Is it Bang Sue Station?  Do I just turn up early in the morning?

Yes and bring food and water with you for about a week.

3 hours ago, DrJack54 said:

817,000 vaccinated Tuesday.

Good to see the boring days of 500k a thing of the past. 

Any takers on when the One mill breakthrough arrives.

Oh I am sure that the announcement with detailed statistics and suitable graphics is already prepared. The vinyl printing machine will be programmed, only the date to be inserted.

 

As to when it will be released, that probably depends on 1) their plans ( I use the term loosely of course) for announcing reopening, and of course 2) if anything (scandal breaking) happens which causes enough of a problem to need a " distraction programme" - although that would be a "nuclear option"!

5 hours ago, mommysboy said:

 

I don't think so.  Samuii Island possibly or deep south maybe, but I'd rather be sure as this still involves an overnighter.

 

If anyone has certain knowledge please could they let me know.

over the period of 10 days I got offered 2x appointments in Bangkok and 1 in Pattaya for Pfizer using the https://www.thailandintervac.com/ booking site and the expatvac - I cancelled both the Bangkok appointments because I live in Pattaya

29 minutes ago, AnotherFarang8 said:

It was funny reading doom and gloom predictions here. Was it intentional scaremongering or lack of experience in how the world operates not knowing that trees don’t grow to the skies, i don’t know. This wave of infections will end like any endemic infections end, after a significant share of population catches the virus. In Thailand half the population very likely already went through it and recovered. September will finish this process and this wave will subside to comfort levels to open the country just as promised.

Clueless.

Another TVF expert who discards the global facts.

Google what happened in Israel and to save you the effort, here's the uptodate data for the UK.

https://coronavirus.data.gov.uk/

Showing increasing hospitalisations and deaths, in a highly vaccinated population.

Your bar ain't going to be having another high season. Full stop.

Vaccines wane after 6 months in case you missed that titbit of news as well.

 

2 hours ago, Isaan sailor said:

Only numbers in Thailand I truly believe--come from the exchange rates--and they don't look good.

Thai baht has increased in value quite rapidly since announced numbers are reducing. I agree with your sentiment, just suspect the market hasn't yet suspected or come to terms with the "potential" dishonesty of the figures. Should it come to pass, that the present numbers being published are balderdash, then I forsee a very angry market massively selling off thai baht.

Just now, GStewart70 said:

Clueless.

Another TVF expert who discards the global facts.

Google what happened in Israel and to save the effort, here's the uptodate data for the UK.

https://coronavirus.data.gov.uk/

Your bar ain't going to be having another high season. Full stop.

Vaccines wane after 6 months in case you missed that titbit of news as well.

 

So what's your "gloom & doom" prediction for Thailand?

The released fantasy figures should dip to around 12k tomorrow along with 50% of the population vaccinated and new purchases of 100 million vaccines by the end of the month.

 

Interesting article yahoo/reuters.

 

Exclusive-Thailand's elderly lag behind in COVID vaccination drive, data show (yahoo.com)

5 minutes ago, brewsterbudgen said:

So what's your "gloom & doom" prediction for Thailand?

What he's missing, is that the vaccination doesn't stop anyone from catching covid. My understanding is, that once infected with covid, then immunity improves immensely more than any vaccine.

2 minutes ago, brewsterbudgen said:

So what's your "gloom & doom" prediction for Thailand?

I don't make predictions, i look at the facts and figures.

Presented in black and white by reputable, independent scientists.

Hoping and wishing for the best, is of no interest to a nasty respiratory virus.

It's got nothing to do with doom and gloom but everything to do with reality.

Sorry.

 

7 hours ago, Em150 said:

However, 35 plus years in this country have taught me to take everything those in charge say with the tiniest grain of salt.

 

You mean ones like these?

 

 

Just now, Khabib said:

What he's missing, is that the vaccination doesn't stop anyone from catching covid. My understanding is, that once infected with covid, then immunity improves immensely more than any vaccine.

'He' ain't missing anything.

You need to educate yourself.

2 minutes ago, GStewart70 said:

'He' ain't missing anything.

You need to educate yourself.

I would suggest you do the same yourself. Having caught covid is 16x more effective than any vaccine.

Something I would find very interesting, is what are the figures of hospitalizations and deaths occurring amongst those that already had covid previously - whatever the variant.

18 minutes ago, Khabib said:

What he's missing, is that the vaccination doesn't stop anyone from catching covid. My understanding is, that once infected with covid, then immunity improves immensely more than any vaccine.

correct and both are better

 

I hear there something developing is Africa - a variant resistant to all current vaccines, if true how long before it arrives in Thailand

 

 

Countries are now considering whether a booster Jab or letting those vaccinated get the virus as they are well protected against severe ilness - a very bold move if they do, Thailand would be doing it in reverse with very severe consequences but since they are good at hiding stuff nobody will ever know

27 minutes ago, GStewart70 said:

Clueless.

Another TVF expert who discards the global facts.

Google what happened in Israel and to save you the effort, here's the uptodate data for the UK.

https://coronavirus.data.gov.uk/

Showing increasing hospitalisations and deaths, in a highly vaccinated population.

Your bar ain't going to be having another high season. Full stop.

Vaccines wane after 6 months in case you missed that titbit of news as well.

 

Reputable science that you like to refer to has been saying for 100 years of studying infections and viruses that natural immunity beats vaccinations.

 

They rushed with vaccinations in Israel, they will still have to go through the process of acquiring natural immunity like those who didn’t rush. Countries like Australia that have been in lockdowns the longest will delay natural immunity the longest. Can’t fool mother nature.

easy..is called "less testings"

30 minutes ago, GStewart70 said:

Clueless.

Another TVF expert who discards the global facts.

Google what happened in Israel and to save you the effort, here's the uptodate data for the UK.

https://coronavirus.data.gov.uk/

Showing increasing hospitalisations and deaths, in a highly vaccinated population.

Your bar ain't going to be having another high season. Full stop.

Vaccines wane after 6 months in case you missed that titbit of news as well.

 

In the UK the number of hospitalisations and deaths is tiny compared to previous waves. Yes infection rates are high, but death/hospitalisation numbers are the important numbers now. Those numbers are now at an acceptable level versus other illnesses. 

Try to be more positive.