“Kenika” reveals that the government is concerned after the number of people infected with COVID-19 Increased after Songkran Recommend wearing a mask in crowded places and would like to ensure that all hospitals are ready to deal with patients on April 25, 2024. Ms. Kanika Aunjit, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office, said that the government and the Ministry of Public Health Concerned about the COVID-19 situation that increased after the Songkran festival which currently COVID-19 It is a communicable disease that must be monitored according to the Communicable Disease Act. And to create confidence, Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Has ordered all provinces to assess the situation and prepare. Remind all agencies to take care of the people thoroughly. Information from the Department of Disease Control reports that during the past week (14-20 April 2024) COVID-19 patients were found. There are 1,004 people who need to be hospitalized, an average of 143 cases per day, which is likely to increase as expected. More patients were found in Bangkok, surrounding areas, and many tourist provinces. There were 292 patients with severe pneumonia, 101 were intubated, and 3 died, with all the deaths being elderly people. or have a chronic disease (608) “The government wants people to be confident that All hospitals are well equipped in terms of personnel. Beds for medical supply patients As well as having good experience in caring for patients. But at the same time, people are asked to emphasize personal hygiene. By wearing a mask when in crowded places where many people gather. and need to wash hands frequently If you have flu-like symptoms, you should take an ATK test at home and avoid close contact with high-risk groups. 608 If the test result is positive (ATK up 2 lines), wear a mask to prevent the spread of infection. and see a doctor quickly when having difficulty breathing.” For group 608, that is, the group of elderly people aged 60 years and over, who have congenital diseases in the group of 7 congenital diseases, including chronic respiratory disease, cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, and stroke. , obesity, cancer, diabetes, and pregnant women. If you have flu-like symptoms and the ATK test is positive, you should wear a mask and see your doctor for treatment. In order to reduce the chance of severe symptoms occurring, however, if people want more information You can contact the Department of Disease Control hotline 1422.
