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The prime minister on Monday urged people not to panic over the discovery of Thailand’s first Omicron case, saying he was confident that health authorities will be able to curb its spread.

The first Omicron case in Thailand was detected on Friday in a US national who had arrived from Spain on November 30.

Government spokesman Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana said that Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has advised people to be aware, but not to panic. He added that the premier is certain the spread of this highly transmissible variant can be controlled thanks to the strict prevention measures put in place by the health authorities

He said Prayut is also urging people to get their Covid-19 jabs, and for the fully vaccinated to get their booster shot.

Meanwhile, the Department of Disease Control released the timeline of the country’s first Omicron case – a 35-year-old American businessman who lived in Spain for a year.

The patient has no symptoms and was not in close contact with many people. His timeline is as follows:

• June 28: The patient receives one dose of the Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccine in the US.
• November 28: Patient undergoes RT-PCR test in Spain and gets a negative result. The patient later has dinner with a friend, who had not tested positive as of press time.
• November 29: Patient flies from Spain to Dubai for a nine-hour layover. Claims to have worn a face mask at all times.
• November 30: Arrives in Bangkok at around midnight, undergoes a drive-through test at a hospital and goes to the hotel.
• December 1: Patient tests positive and is admitted to hospital despite having no symptoms.
• December 3: Sample is sent to the Department of Medical Sciences and confirmed as Omicron variant.

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• American tourist brings Omicron to Thailand
• Coronavirus vaccine demand grows in U.S. amid omicron variant concerns, booster eligibility expansion
• Denmark sees concerning jump in omicron cases – a warning sign for Europe

Published : December 06, 2021

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The Bang Sue Covid-19 vaccination centre has announced that it will administer only Pfizer shots on Monday and that walk-ins can register for their first jab at Gate 1.

The Central Vaccination Centre, located in Bangkok’s Bang Sue Grand Station, has sent SMS notifications to those who had registered for their first, second or third jab.

The centre said it will administer first Pfizer shots only on Monday and Tuesday, and those who have not registered for their second and third shots can do so at Gate 1 from 9am to 4.30pm daily.

Boosters will be provided to those who have taken two jabs of Sinovac or Sinopharm, or have received AstraZeneca shots before July 31.

Those who prefer an AstraZeneca or Sinovac jab can specify at the registration point.

Meanwhile, Moderna shots will be provided to those who have a history of allergy to other vaccines or those who had taken the first jab of Moderna at the Bang Sue vaccination centre.

Foreigners and migrant workers are also eligible and are required to show their passports or pink card at the registration spot.

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• Bang Sue centre opts for Pfizer, Moderna as main vaccines
• Govt to buy 30 million doses of Pfizer vaccine as booster shots
• 30 million more doses of Pfizer vaccine to land in Thailand next year

Published : December 06, 2021

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Thailand’s first Omicron case was detected in a foreigner on Friday who had travelled from Spain on November 30, the Public Health Ministry said on Monday.

At a press conference, the ministry said the patient was a US national who had taken a flight to Thailand from Spain. The patient underwent the first Covid-19 test on November 30, but the second test on Friday traced the infection down to the Omicron variant.

Related news:

• No deaths from Omicron yet, WHO says
• Omicron found in more U.S. states, adds new uncertainties
• No sign of Omicron in South of Thailand, government says
• No Omicron detected in 150 African tourists

Published : December 06, 2021

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Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha was blessed that Thailand is still able to contain the spread of Covid-19 effectively as Public Health Ministry confirmed that no Omicron was detected in African tourists so far, government spokesman Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana said on Sunday.

Thanakorn said Thailand’s Covid-19 preventive measures after the country reopening on November 1 is effective, adding that the Tourism Authority of Thailand also predicted that Omicron would not affect the country’s tourism.

He further added that the Royal Thai Embassy in Berlin recently announced that People from Thailand can now travel to Germany without having to register or undergo quarantine.

“The premier is still paying attention to drive the country’s economy along with containing the spread of Covid-19,” he said.

Thanakorn said Prayut is seeking guidelines to mitigate Covid-19 impact on entertainment venue operators, singers, artists and performers via social security system and government subsidies.

He added that the premier also advised people to strictly undergo the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration and Public Health Ministry’s preventive measures despite the Covid-19 situation in Thailand has improved.

“We believe that Thailand will soon be able to create a Covid-19 safe zone in a bid to enable people to earn a living safely,” he added.

Thailand recorded 4,000 Covid-19 cases and 22 deaths on Monday, bringing total cumulative cases in the country to 2,145,241 with 20,966 total deaths.

Related stories:

• No Omicron detected in 150 African tourists
• Germany lifts Thailand from high-risk list
• Thailand recorded 4,000 Covid-19 cases and 22 deaths on Monday

Published : December 06, 2021

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Air quality in Bangkok and surrounding areas are expected to hit unsafe levels from Monday to Thursday, the Centre for Air Pollution Mitigation (CAPM) said on Sunday.

On Monday, PM2.5 (particles less than 2.5 micrometres in diameter) readings were in the range of 24-52 micrograms per cubic metre (μg/m3), while air quality in Bangkok’s Lat Krabang district hit unsafe level at 52 μg/m3.

Thailand’s standard for safe levels of PM2.5 is 50 μg/m3 or lower.

“People have been advised to refrain from burning garbage or weeds in an open space, use vehicles as necessary, take care of their health and follow the PM2.5 situation before going outdoor,” the centre said.

“Meanwhile, people in areas where PM2.5 pollution is bad have been advised to reduce time spent on outdoor activities and wear facemask. They should see a doctor if they have respiratory symptoms.”

The PM2.5 situation can be followed on Air4Thai.com and bangkokairquality.com websites, CAPM Facebook page, or via Air4Thai and AirBKK smartphone applications.

Published : December 06, 2021

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Ministry of Public Health reported on Monday (December 6) morning that in the past 24 hours there are 4,000 new patients who tested positive for Covid-19, 27 of whom have been found in prisons.

Death toll increased by 22, while 6,450 patients were cured and allowed to leave hospitals.

Cumulative cases in the country are at 2,145,241 with 20,966 total deaths.

Published : December 06, 2021

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The Thailand Meteorological Department said on Monday (December 6) that the rather strong high-pressure system from China still covers Thailand.

Morning cool to cold weather is forecast in the North, the Northeast and the Central regions. Morning cool weather is forecast in the East. Cold to very cold with isolated frost on mountaintops are likely in the North and the Northeast. People should keep healthy due to the variable weather.

The northeast monsoon prevails across the Gulf and the South is weakening. Less rain and isolated thundershowers are likely in the South. The moderate wind and wave in the Gulf of Thailand are expected 1-2 metres high and above 2 metres high in thundershowers areas. All ships should proceed with caution and keep off thundershowers area.

The 24-hour weather forecast for different regions:

North: Cool to cold with morning fog; temperature lows of 12-15 degrees Celsius, highs of 26-31 °C; temperature on hilltops is likely to drop to 3-11 degrees Celsius.

Northeast: Cool to cold with strong winds; temperature lows of 10-16 degrees Celsius, highs of 27-31 °C; temperature on hilltops is likely to drop to 6-11 degrees Celsius.

Central: Morning Cool to cold; temperature lows of 15-18 degrees Celsius, highs of 28-30 °C.

East: Morning Cool; temperature lows of 18-20 degrees Celsius, highs of 29-31 °C; waves about 1 metre high and 1-2 metres offshore.

South (east coast): Morning cool in upper part, isolated thundershowers in lower part; temperature lows of 19-24 degrees Celsius, highs of 29-31 °C; waves 1-2 metres high and above 2 metres during thundershowers.

South (west coast): Partly cloudy; temperature lows of 19-23 degrees Celsius, highs of 30-33 °C; waves about 1 metre high and 1-2 metres offshore.

Bangkok and surrounding areas: Morning cool; temperature lows of 19-21 degrees Celsius, highs of 29-31 °C.

Source: Thailand Meteorological Department

Published : December 06, 2021

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Bangkokians flocked to Hua Lamphong Station on Sunday to take photographs of the historic Pacific steam locomotives No 824 and 850 as they pick up passengers for a special trip to Ayutthaya.

The State Railway of Thailand brought out the steam trains dating back to the World War II-era to mark the 94th birthday of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great.

This may be the last steam train to pull out of Hua Lamphong if the Transport Ministry does not lift its order of closure.

Related stories:

• SRT marks Father’s Day with special trip to Ayutthaya on WWII steam locomotives
• City traffic expert decries decision to close Bangkok’s historic Hua Lamphong train station
• Plan for trains to chug past Hualamphong from Tuesday angers Bangkok commuters

Published : December 05, 2021

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A Myanmar national found her 50-year-old father frozen to death on Sunday morning inside a market in Tak’s Mae Sot district.

She had gone there to give him his breakfast and called the police when he wouldn’t respond.

The 14-year-old girl told police that her father, identified only as Isman, had mental issues and liked to sleep inside markets.

Mae Sot police said the body had no traces of wounds and suspect he may have died from dropping temperatures. The deceased was not wearing a jacket nor had he been covered with a blanket.

However, the body will undergo an autopsy to confirm the cause of death.

Related news:

• 184 illegal Myanmar migrants arrested while crossing border in Tak
• UN says more people are being displaced in northwestern Myanmar
• Don visits Myanmar with humanitarian supplies, holds constructive talks with leader

Published : December 05, 2021

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Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and his wife Naraporn presided over a ceremony to pay homage to His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great on Sunday.

Several Cabinet members, government and private officials attended the ceremony.

Prayut said Thais had a good quality of life and could cope with changes in modern society thanks to the royal initiatives, sufficiency economy principles and guidance offered during the beloved monarch’s 70 years on the throne.

He added that King Rama IX lives on in every Thai’s heart and “we will continue following the late king’s wishes and his footsteps to jointly develop Thai society”.

Sunday (December 5) would have been the late monarch’s 94th birthday.

Published : December 05, 2021

By : THE NATION