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Paper on Thai herbs effects in treating Covid withdrawn due to insufficient evidence

Dr Sant Chaiyodsilp, a heart surgeon and family medicine specialist, said the research team studying the use of the Thai herb Fah Talai Jon (Andrographis paniculata) for the treatment of Covid-19 needed to consider a larger sample before coming to conclusions.

On Saturday, the Thai research team who had conducted a randomised controlled trial and concluded that Andrographis paniculata could be used to treat Covid-19 and that it has a beneficial effect in reducing the incidence of pneumonia, withdrew their paper from the archives of the peer-valued journal, “medRxiv”, due to an error in calculating the significance of the difference.

The withdrawal of the paper from “medRxiv”, an Internet site distributing unpublished eprints about health sciences, was aimed at preventing the misuse of the research findings.

The study reported that 29 Andrographis paniculata users did not have pneumonia, while in the placebo group of 28, three had pneumonia.

Correct calculation showed that the effect of using Andrographis paniculata in reducing pneumonia was no different from using a placebo.

Sant said the research needed to be repeated with a larger sample because as long as the vaccine hasn’t arrived yet, this will still be a big issue.

Sant also said that the Center of Applied Thai Traditional Medicine, which is a part of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, is doing the same research and may release its work soon.

Published : August 08, 2021

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Volunteer applications for Chula Covid vaccine close ahead of schedule

Applications for volunteers to trial the ‘ChulaCov19’ vaccine closed on Saturday, three days before the due date. The Chula Vaccine Research Centre’s (CVRC) vaccine is expected to be ready for administration trial by the end of August.

The Faculty of Medicine of Chulalongkorn University announced on Saturday the closure of applications as they already had the required number of volunteers.

The ChulaCov19 vaccination trial had sought healthy volunteers. The Thai mRNA vaccination volunteer registration was opened from August 3-10. Volunteers were required to be in the 56-75 years age range with no congenital disease, have never been Covid-19 infected, and not received the virus vaccination.

Volunteers who pass the initial screening will be contacted by the staff by August 15. Those who don’t make it will receive an SMS via the registered phone number.

The ChulaCov19 vaccine has been developed by Thai officials with support from Prof Drew Weissman, a University of Pennsylvania professor who invented the mRNA vaccine technology. The vaccine was developed from the creation of tiny parts from the coronavirus genetic material without using any infection. After receiving the vaccine, the body will produce spike proteins, stimulate the immune system, and the mRNA will be dissolved without any accumulation inside the body within several days.

Chulalongkorn University’s CVRC had conducted successful vaccination trials on monkeys and mice earlier before the first phase of human trial was conducted in June 14. The second phase of the vaccination trial will be held by the end of August.

Published : August 08, 2021

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Suspect in death of Swiss tourist says he intended to rob not kill

The suspect in the murder of a Swiss tourist in Phuket has confessed to committing the crime with the intention of robbing money from the victim to buy drugs, the police chief revealed on Sunday.

National Police chief Pol General Suwat Jangyodsuk stated in a press release on Sunday morning: “The suspect in the murder of a Swiss tourist at Ton Ao Yon waterfall in Phuket province is a 27-year-old local resident who lives near the crime scene, and had lost his job due to the pandemic. The suspect was arrested on an arrest warrant on Saturday and has confessed to the crime.

“The deceased was reportedly seen leaving the hotel in Ao Yon area on Tuesday [August 3] around 11.30am and arrived at the waterfall entrance 20 minutes later.

“An investigation of CCTV footage showed that the suspect was riding a motorcycle towards the crime scene 12 minutes before the deceased arrived, and drove back on the same route three hours later,” the police chief said.

The suspect reportedly said that he was finding wild things around the Ton Ao Yon waterfall area when he saw the woman sitting alone by the waterfall. The suspect tried to strangle the victim from the back but the woman fought back. Both fell into the pond, but the Swiss woman died. The suspect then laid the dead body face down, and covered it with a dark-coloured plastic sheet and rocks found nearby. The deceased’s backpack was hidden behind the tree and the shoes were thrown away. The suspect took THB300 cash from the deceased’s backpack and allegedly used some of it to buy drugs.

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Police has charged the suspect with stealing and causing death. The suspect has been arrested in the past for drug possession — on October 5, 2020.

During the press conference at Phuket Police Station, police established telephonic contact with the suspect and allowed media to ask him questions.
During the call, the suspect insisted that he did not intend to murder. He was only in need of money as he had lost his job due to Covid-19.
The suspect apologised for the damage he had caused Thai people and the deceased’s family.

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Published : August 08, 2021

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Supportive Covid nurse wins netizens hearts

The heart-rending picture of a nurse hugging her bereaved Covid-19-infected pregnant friend went viral on social media on Saturday.

On August 7, Facebook user ‘Payaban Mhoo’ (Pig Nurse), a Covid-19 medic, posted a picture of herself standing in a hospital’s Covid-19 patient room, clad in a PPE suit, giving a comfort hug to an infected pregnant friend who had recently lost her husband to the infection.

In the post, she wrote: “This hug is from the heart. I wish to release all the bad feelings inside of you, and I want to let you know that I will always be there for you no matter what. I have tried my best in every possible way and I am truly sorry for what happened. From now on, you will need to take good care of yourself, eat more food and have enough rest, for the sake of your own child. I love you, and I thank you for your strength. I promise to always be there for you whenever you need me, always.”

The post instantly went viral on social media and has received many comments and support from netizens.

Published : August 08, 2021

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RT-PCR test document sufficient for Covid-19 patients to file insurance claim

Insurance companies should use Covid-19 documents that can verify the identity of those who have been tested by RT-PCR method for the virus from a laboratory accredited by the Department of Science instead of a report or certificate from a doctor for the payment of benefits under the Covid-19 insurance policy, the Office of Insurance Commission has said.

Suthiphon Thaveechaiyagarn, the secretary-general of the office, said that the current pandemic situation was severe. Many patients infected with Covid-19 are experiencing difficulty in getting medical treatment and certificates from hospitals due to difficulty in travel.

The office has issued the order to protect the benefits of the insured under the Covid-19 insurance policy, as payments have been delayed in many cases, Suthipon said.

Published : August 08, 2021

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Man suspected of killing Swiss tourist in Phuket hit with two charges

A man arrested for allegedly killing a Swiss tourist in Phuket has been charged with stealing and causing death, National Police chief Pol General Suwat Jangyodsuk said on Saturday.

The body of a 57-year-old Swiss woman was found near Ton Ao Yon waterfall in Tambon Vichit of Muang district on Thursday.

Suwat said the suspect, a 27-year-old Thai man, was arrested on Saturday after being spotted in CCTV footage near the crime scene.

“Recently, police filed charges of stealing and causing death against a suspect. The results of forensic examination and autopsy are necessary before filing a rape charge,” he said.

“Clear evidence is necessary to acknowledge the suspect’s real intention because his testimony was only partly reliable.”

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Suwat added that the police has discussed with Phuket government agencies on tightening security for tourists.

Published : August 08, 2021

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Isolated thundershowers forecast for most parts of Thailand

A few heavy showers are forecast for the west coast of the South, the Thailand Meteorological Department said on Sunday.

The southwest monsoon prevails over the Andaman Sea, Thailand and the Gulf of Thailand with thundershowers continuing over the western portion of Thailand.

People in risky areas should beware of the severe conditions and flash floods, the department said.

Winds and waves over the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand are weakening.

Wind waves up to 1-2 metres high are likely in the Andaman Sea and the upper Gulf of Thailand and above two metres high during thundershowers. Waves about a metre high are likely in the lower Gulf of Thailand, and 1-2 metres high during thundershowers.

All ships in the Andaman Sea and the upper Gulf of Thailand should proceed with caution and keep off the thundershowers area.

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The weather forecast for the next 24 hours:

North: Isolated thundershowers mostly in Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Nan, Tak and Phetchabun provinces; minimum temperature 23-26°C, maximum 34-37°C; southwesterly winds 10-20 km/hr.

Northeast: Isolated thundershowers mostly in Bueng Kan, Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom, Chaiyaphum, Amnat Charoen, Nakhon Ratchasima and Ubon Ratchathani provinces; minimum temperature 24-26°C, maximum 34-37°C; southwesterly winds 10-20 km/hr.

Central: Isolated thundershowers mostly in Uthai Thani, Kanchanaburi, Nakhon Pathom, Ratchaburi and Samut Songkhram provinces; minimum temperature 24-25°C, maximum 36-37°C; southwesterly winds 10-20 km/hr.

East: Isolated thundershowers mostly in Nakhon Nayok, Prachin Buri, Chanthaburi and Trat provinces; minimum temperature 25-28°C, maximum 33-35°C; southwesterly winds 15-35 km/hr; waves 1-2 metres high and above two metres during thundershowers.

South (east coast): Isolated thundershowers mostly in Phetchaburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Chumphon, Surat Thani, Yala and Narathiwat provinces; minimum temperature 23-25°C, maximum 33-35°C; southwesterly winds 15-30 km/hr; waves about a metre high and 1-2 metres during thundershowers.

South (west coast): Scattered thundershowers mostly in Ranong, Phang Nga, Phuket and Krabi provinces; minimum temperature 18-26°C, maximum 30-33°C; southwesterly winds 15-35 km/hr; waves 1-2 metres high and above two metres during thundershowers.

Bangkok and surrounding areas: Isolated thundershowers mostly in the afternoon to evening; minimum temperature 26-27°C, maximum 34-37°C; southwesterly winds 10-20 km/hr.

Published : August 08, 2021

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Labour department warns employers against deducting govt lockdown compensation

The Department of Labour Protection and Welfare (DLPW) has warned that employers who deduct from salaries the THB2,500 compensation provided by the government will be fined as well as imprisoned.

The Labour Ministry has offered compensation packages to workers and employers while lockdown measures are being implemented in some red areas.

Employers and workers insured under Article 33 of the Social Security Act are eligible for compensation payments.

Workers will get THB2,500 transferred into their PromptPay account, while employers will get THB3,000 per employee, capped at THB600,000 (200 employees).

However, there has been criticism on social media of a company which allegedly notified its staff that their compensation will be deducted from their salary.

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Reacting to this report, the DLPW warned that if the employer deducted the remedial money, he/she will be imprisoned for up to six months, fined up to THB100,000, or both.

Published : August 07, 2021

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Phuket tourism entrepreneurs offer THB200,000 reward for info on Swiss tourist death

A group of 16 organisations of the tourism industry in Phuket province on Saturday have offered a reward of THB200,000 to anyone who provides information regarding the recent death of a Swiss tourist that could lead to the arrest of the perpetrators if it were a murder.

The body of a 57-year-old Swiss national woman was found near Ton Ao Yon waterfall in Tambon Vichit of Phuket’s Muang district on Thursday.

The shocking news was a blow to the province’s sandbox initiative that had started since July in a bid to reopen the island for vaccinated foreign tourists.

The group of organisations, led by Phuket Tourist Association, said that they would like to see the case solved as soon as possible and that they are willing to support the investigation officials in any way they can.

“If you have any information relating to the case, please contact police hotline 191,” added the association president, Phummikit Raktaengam.

Meanwhile, police said that CCTV footage revealed the deceased walking alone on the road along Au Yon Beach at 11.30am on August 3. The road leads to Ton Ao Yon waterfall and is about a kilometre from her hotel.

Published : August 07, 2021

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Bangkok to get 750,000 vaccine doses this month

Bangkokians will get 750,000 doses of Covid-19 vaccine this month, Bangkok Governor Aswin Kwanmuang said on Friday.

Aswin said the Ministry of Public Health would allocate175,000 doses to the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) in each of the first three weeks of August and 225,000 in the fourth week.

The governor said these vaccines would be given to elders, pregnant women and those registered online. Some doses will be reserved for people in high-risk areas of the capital.

Aswin added that people could register through hotline 027902855, while pregnant women are allowed to walk-in at some vaccination sites.

In addition, the BMA has arranged a mobile vaccination service for elders who cannot leave their homes.

Published : August 07, 2021

By : The Nation