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AstraZeneca vaccine highly effective at preventing COVID-19 severe outcomes and death when used as first or second booster: study

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2022

WHO recommends COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca as booster in revised Good Practice Statement on the use of COVID-19 Boosters, based on latest data

BANGKOK – AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine (ChAdOx1-S [Recombinant]) was highly effective at preventing Omicron-related COVID-19 severe outcomes or death when used as a first booster, irrespective of the type of vaccines previously given, with an 89% relative risk reduction. Following a second booster, protection increased further with no severe outcomes or death being observed. The data from Thailand’s Chiang Mai University and Chiang Mai Provincial Health Office, et al, was published in the International Journal of Infectious Diseases. In all schedules studied, a booster with COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca was shown to offer comparable protection to mRNA vaccines. 

Based on the latest data, including that from the Chiang Mai University, and following advice issued by the Strategic Advisory Group of Experts (SAGE) on immunisation, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has revised its Good Practice Statement on the use of COVID-19 boosters to include the use of viral vectored vaccines, including COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca, as first or second boosters as part of any COVID-19 heterologous vaccination schedule.

WHO has also concluded that currently available data are not sufficient to support a preferential recommendation for bivalent variant-containing vaccine boosters over other currently available viral vector and mRNA vaccine boosters.

Data from an earlier analysis of the same data set, posted as a preprint in Research Square, show that a first booster with COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca was also effective at preventing COVID-19 infections due to Omicron, offering comparable protection to mRNA vaccines.

Emeritus Professor Suwat Chariyalertsak, MD, Dr.PH, Faculty of Public Health, Chiang Mai University, Thailand, commenting on the data produced in collaboration with the Chiang Mai Provincial Health Office, said: “Our studies provide important data showing that COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca and mRNA vaccines are both effective as first or second boosters in reducing the risk of Omicron-related severe COVID-19 or death when used as part of a heterologous schedule. Adopting a heterologous, or ‘mix and match’, vaccination schedule may help enhance ongoing efforts to increase population coverage of booster doses.”

John Perez, Senior Vice President, Head of Late Development, Vaccines & Immune Therapies, AstraZeneca, added: “These new data further support our expectation that additional boosters of COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca can help protect against all severities of Omicron-related COVID-19 from mild symptomatic to severe disease including hospitalisation and death. COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca will continue to play an important role in helping to protect against currently-circulating COVID-19 variants as part of a primary or booster vaccination schedule.”

To date, over 3 billion doses of COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca have been released for supply to more than 180 countries around the world, of which over two thirds have gone to lower- or lower-middle income countries. Based on model outcomes, COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca is estimated to have helped save over 6 million lives during its first year of use.

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Megabangna Opens Magic Factory of Festive Fun and Gifts

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2022

Megabangna kicks off the holiday season, bringing special gifts from the “MEGA HAPPINESS SEASON 2022: THE MAGIC FACTORY” today until January 5.

Megabangna Shopping Centre has opened the doors to its factory of joy for the grand celebration of Christmas and New Year with “MEGA HAPPINESS SEASON 2022: THE MAGIC FACTORY”, which runs from November 5 to January 5, bringing every customer the greatest happiness during the most festive time of year.

Campaigns and promotions have been planned for Megabangna fans to win incredible prizes throughout the month, with over THB 6.8 million in gifts and special prizes, as well as fun activities happening in almost every corner of the shopping mall.

Themed “THE MAGIC FACTORY,” this year’s decoration takes on the concept of a magical factory of happiness in the Atlantic where super-cute workers prepare infinite happiness and smiles for everyone.

Another special surprise is that CHANEL is joining the festivity with the amazing CHANEL HOLIDAY INSTALLATION.

Situated at the main entrance, the installation comes with the concept “GIVE WONDER, GIVE CHANEL,” making the moment of happiness even more complete. Last but not least, the “MEGA COUNTDOWN 2023” features the best lineup of Thailand’s leading musical acts, including POLYCAT, MEAN X SLAPKISS, THE TOYS, BOWKYLION, COCKTAIL, SLOT MACHINE, and GETSUNOVA, bidding farewell to 2022 and ushering in the new year with a spectacular display of music, sounds, and illumination.

Held on Saturday, December 31, 2022, the event will conclude the celebration of Megabangna’s 10th anniversary. 

Palinee Kongchansiri, President of Megabangna Shopping Centre, recounts the inspiration behind this incredible event. “For the past ten years, we have been operating under the philosophy of ‘WE CREATE A BETTER EVERYDAY LIFE FOR THE MANY PEOPLE.’ Each of our activities is designed to best meet our customers’ requirements and expectations, providing them with the time of their lives so that every moment they spend at Megabangna counts as the best quality time imaginable”

MEGA HAPPINESS SEASON 2022 has a budget of THB 70 million to provide clients with a wide range of events from November 15, 2022, to January 5, 2023. The event will be divided into four distinct zones.

Megabangna’s intention with the special “Christmas Decoration” is to bring the greatest happiness to everyone with the wonderful styling of the shopping mall’s space for everyone to snap and share their moments of happiness.

Joining the ride are the lovely characters from ‘THE MAGIC FACTORY’ of the Atlantic in the land of snow-covered mountains and glaciers, from Santa Clause and friends who come bearing gifts, passing over the joy and happiness to everyone.

Another highlight has to be Santa’s fluffy and sweet helpers, the penguins and polar bears, who have nothing but love and happiness to give. Then there are the reindeer, the darling messengers that deliver Santa’s gifts to good people all across the world, and the snowman, who represents happiness and creativity. During the Christmas season, everything is ready for your finest Instagram moments for everyone to share with their loved ones.

ZONE 1: WELCOME GATE
Located near the entryway of the Mega Food walk, the zone is accompanied by the polar bear, who is waiting to greet visitors as they enter the MAGIC FACTORY.

ZONE 2: THE MAGIC FACTORY
The gift factory is situated in the midst of sparkling white snow, surrounded by little penguins and snowmen working their assigned tasks at the production, transportation, and quality control departments, ensuring that the best-quality gifts reach people all over the world. The security guards are an adorable army of gingerbread men, while everyone’s favourite person, 

Santa Clause, and his right-hand man, the polar bear, run the entire factory. Other attractions include the Polar Parade, Christmas Carols, and special shows performed by children from the Mega Smart Kids Institutes, who will delight consumers every weekend throughout December.

ZONE 3: MEGA SMILE REWARDS HAPPY STATION The activity and redemption zone is for Mega Smile Rewards members who purchase between 1 December 2022 – 3 January 2023. Bring your receipt to claim privileges and gifts every day throughout the month at the activity booth near Fashion Galleria Zone 

ZONE 4: CHANEL HOLIDAY
Megabangna partnered with one of the world’s biggest luxury brands to make this holiday season even more memorable. CHANEL joins the festivities with “GIVE WONDER, GIVE CHANEL,” a special installation inspired by a spaceship. Everyone is welcome to board the CHANEL spaceship to return to earth and celebrate the season of joy with their loved ones, along with exclusive gifts from CHANEL.

The next task is for all of the shoppers out there. “MEGA WISH” rings in the New Year with a bang. From now until January 3rd, 2023, Mega Smile Rewards members who shop a minimum purchase of THB 2,500 per receipt or redeem 3 Mega Smile Rewards points to get one chance to win THB 1.8 million-worth of prizes via the Megabangna application, including a Honda City Turbo RS CVT, the total of THB 100,000-worth of vouchers, Galaxy Flip 4 256 GB phones, products from brands such as GRAPHITE, Scooter Segway, the Apple Watch Series, and 31 other amazing gifts.

Another promotion that shoppers have been anticipating is the “ADVENT CALENDAR 2022.” From December 1st, 2022, to January 3rd, 2023, every Mega Smile Rewards member who dines or makes a minimum purchase of THB 3,000 per receipt will have a chance to play special games and win special gift cards and surprise gifts, including the big rewards from 80 shops that have joined this amazing campaign. Every day, 68 awards totalling THB 5 million are given away, ranging from cash cards to cosmetic sets, jewellery, diamond pendants, electrical appliances, musical instruments, IT products and gadgets, and fashion items. The total value of the rewards from the two campaigns comes to THB 6.8 million.

Don’t miss the legendary New Year’s Eve and Megabangna’s 10th-anniversary celebration, “MEGA COUNTDOWN 2023.” This iconic concert will cement Megabangna’s reputation as the landmark for the greatest countdown event in eastern Bangkok with an extraordinary lineup of Thailand’s hottest performers. Enjoy the final leg of Megabangna’s 10th-anniversary celebration with a stunning sound and illumination performance that will make the year’s final night more memorable than ever. See you on December 31st, 2022, from 16.00 onward.

Celebrate the season of happiness and welcome the year 2023 with us today through January 5th, 2023 at Megabangna Shopping Centre’s “MEGA HAPPINESS SEASON 2022: THE MAGIC FACTORY.”

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BTS calls for debt repayment in a new way

MONDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2022

BTS Group Holdings chairman Keeree Kanjanapas led executives and employees to worship at Thao Maha Phrom shrine near BTS headquarters on December 9 where they prayed for an unpaid debt owed to BTS to be repaid as soon as possible.

BTS has carried the weight of the debt for more than three years. We are waiting patiently. We have proceeded according to the law. First, we requested the debt be rapid. Next, we clarified the facts. Third, we filed a complaint to the Administrative Court. We are waiting with hope, but still have not had a response from a government that is evading its responsibility. Today, we have to rely on sacred statues. #debtmustberepaid

More than three years weighed down by an unpaid debt. This is how BTS has been fighting so far. We called for debt repayment. We issued our first clarification about the debt. We waited… We filed a complaint with the Administrative Court. The court ruled [the government] had to repay the debt. We waited… The government evaded its responsibility. We issued our second clarification about the debt. We waited…with hope. But there was no response.

“I never thought that our company would be bullied by politicians.” No hope. We must pray to sacred statues. “We have done our best to ensure that people will not suffer, but the government was not concerned about us. We relied on many people involved in the debt, including the government. But the issue has not been settled. So we pray for Thao Maha Phrom’s kindness. Please settle many outstanding issues, especially the government’s debt, as soon as possible. We have done our best. May Thao Maha Phrom please have mercy.” Debt…must be repaid

Source: BTS