Popular Post snoop1130 23678 Posted May 25 Popular Post Share Posted May 25 Photo from AFP The Ministry of Public Health will consider relaxing the mandatory wearing of face masks in public in some areas, tentatively by the middle of next month, as Thailand moves towards reclassifying COVID-19 as an endemic disease, according to Public Health Permanent Secretary Dr. Kiattibhoom Vongrachit. He said, however, that people over 60, those who have underlying diseases and pregnant women will still be strongly advised to wear face masks in public. Wearing masks will also be strongly advised in closed venues which are not adequately ventilated and in venues where many people are gathering, he added. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe Dr. Kiattibhoom was in the southern province of Surat Thani yesterday (Tuesday) for a meeting with provincial public health officials to discuss preparations for the reclassification of COVID-19 as an endemic disease in Thailand. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thailands-face-mask-requirement-in-public-may-be-eased-in-mid-june/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-05-25 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dmaxdan 14734 Posted May 25 Share Posted May 25 People over 60? So most of the expat population will still be advised to wear a mask. At least they have our best interests at heart... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikke1959 7839 Posted May 25 Share Posted May 25 (edited) I ma over 60 but look likes 59 so no nee dfor me... Why wait till mid June with so less cases ??? Start the first of JUne. In Indonesia they could announce it and the next day nobody neede to wear a mask anymore only in some places Edited May 25 by ikke1959 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oblomov 557 Posted May 25 Share Posted May 25 Finally ! Bali too apparently, so good news for all of those that are out of work due to the excessive and ineffective restrictions and disincentives to travel. I know a lot of my Thai and Indonesian friends are very happy as visitor numbers and therefore income, increases. I'm sure those with complicated health conditions or unhealthy obesity levels can make their own personal decisions on precautions they see as essential to themselves. I'm sure we'll all enjoy the parks, the beaches and just being out and about a lot more. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombat 4892 Posted May 25 Share Posted May 25 Be careful that's 2 days in a row the same thing has been said...two flips don't make a flop. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli 40596 Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 13 hours ago, snoop1130 said: The Ministry of Public Health will consider relaxing the mandatory wearing of face masks in public in some areas, tentatively by the middle of next month, Read the small print. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skeptic7 7521 Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 Been "eased" for months, just not by the "official-dumb". Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
IAMHERE 3964 Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 15 hours ago, snoop1130 said: He said, however, that people over 60, those who have underlying diseases and pregnant women will still be strongly advised to wear face masks in public. Masks don't prevent you from catching Covid, they are worn to prevent exposing others if you currently have Covid. So, the Dr. is indicating that those over 60 (etc...) are more likely to spread Covid if they have or not? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnnyngai 154 Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 1 hour ago, IAMHERE said: Masks don't prevent you from catching Covid, they are worn to prevent exposing others if you currently have Covid. So, the Dr. is indicating that those over 60 (etc...) are more likely to spread Covid if they have or not? That is why doctors working in covid wards wear no masks. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnnyngai 154 Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 I wear no masks at all times because I have free access to world class medical care, and I am also protected by the social safety net of a wealthy country. Ordinary Thais will continue to wear theirs until the end of this pandemic. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bert got kinky 2857 Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 2 minutes ago, Johnnyngai said: I wear no masks at all times because I have free access to world class medical care, and I am also protected by the social safety net of a wealthy country. Ordinary Thais will continue to wear theirs until the end of this pandemic. Thais do not wear masks for themselves, they wear them to protect other people. To not wear a mask is both selfish and ignorant. Well done and welcome to the club. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woker 22 Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 Great news. Masks are horrible to wear. 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bert got kinky 2857 Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 11 minutes ago, Johnnyngai said: That is why doctors working in covid wards wear no masks. Doctors don't wear masks? Where do you live, Cloud Cuckoo Land? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dinsdale 11100 Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 16 hours ago, snoop1130 said: The Ministry of Public Health will consider relaxing the mandatory wearing of face masks in public in some areas, tentatively by the middle of next month, as Thailand moves towards reclassifying COVID-19 as an endemic disease, according to Public Health Permanent Secretary Dr. Kiattibhoom Vongrachit. So a definite maybe if I'm reading this right. Not sure why these even announce this drivel. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bert got kinky 2857 Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 3 minutes ago, Woker said: Great news. Masks are horrible to wear. And anti-mask morons are hard to bear. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
spidermike007 54295 Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 Good riddens to those ridiculous face diapers. I am in Samui now, and only some Thais are wearing masks. Very few foreigners are engaging in the continued foolishness. Especially outdoors. Follow the science. 1 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post huangnon 1421 Posted May 26 Popular Post Share Posted May 26 37 minutes ago, Bert got kinky said: Thais do not wear masks for themselves, they wear them to protect other people. To not wear a mask is both selfish and ignorant. Well done and welcome to the club. At this stage, they are little more than comfort-blankets, but please yourself, Linus. Take a trip outside Thailand. Face masks are gone. 3 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woker 22 Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 50 minutes ago, Bert got kinky said: And anti-mask morons are hard to bear. So wear one after the rules are relaxed then. It will be a personal choice. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woker 22 Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 (edited) 19 minutes ago, huangnon said: At this stage, they are little more than comfort-blankets, but please yourself, Linus. Take a trip outside Thailand. Face masks are gone. In Australia people are supposed to wear them on public transport. A lot of people don't bother and nobody cares. Wear one if you like, but leave the rest of us alone is how things are now. Edited May 26 by Woker Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Hammer2021 6893 Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 I am going to continue wearing my mask - it's cool. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henryford 7933 Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 I am sure wearing a nappy over your face in 100 F heat is a lot more dangerous then the minute chance of catching Covid. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bert got kinky 2857 Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 2 minutes ago, Henryford said: I am sure wearing a nappy over your face in 100 F heat is a lot more dangerous then the minute chance of catching Covid. Is this just in your mind or are you able to provide any medical studies on this matter? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinci 762 Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 we just have to learn to protect yourself from the crazy nut job in the world today, you can't reason with stupid Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burma Bill 6181 Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 (edited) 18 hours ago, snoop1130 said: will consider relaxing the mandatory wearing of face masks in public in some areas, For reference, in Cambodia the wearing of facemasks is no longer mandatory (except in specific circumstances) as can be seen in the photograph taken yesterday (25 May 2022) of Khmers being recruited as polling station staff in next month's local elections. The choice to wear one is yours. https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501082209/nec-recruits-polling-station-officials/ Edited May 26 by Burma Bill additional information 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulikens 816 Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 12 hours ago, Bert got kinky said: And anti-mask morons are hard to bear. @Bert got kinky and pro-maskers are even harder to bear 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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