2024-01-01 04:05:00
Department of Disease Control Reports 594 COVID-19 Hospitalizations and 3 Deaths in Weekly Update
In the latest report from the Department of Disease Control, Ministry of Public Health, the total number of people infected with COVID-19 in Thailand between December 24th and December 30th, 2023 was revealed. According to the report, there were 594 patients hospitalized during that week, with a daily average of 84 patients per day. This brings the cumulative total of patients since January 1, 2023 to 38,457.
The report also stated that there were 3 COVID-19 related deaths during that week, with a daily average of 1 death per day. The cumulative death toll since January 1, 2023 now stands at 848 cases. Additionally, there were 120 pneumonia patients and 74 intubated patients during the same time period.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Theera Worathanarat, from the Faculty of Medicine at Chulalongkorn University, provided further analysis of the outbreak in Thailand. Dr. Teera’s Facebook post highlighted the increase in hospitalized patients, deaths, and pneumonia cases, as well as the dominance of the BA.2.86.x strain of the virus.
Dr. Teera emphasized the importance of taking extra precautions to protect against COVID-19, especially with the current dominant strain in circulation. It is estimated that there will be at least 4,243-5,893 new infections each day. The post also mentioned the need for continued vigilance, as the virus is expected to peak during the first 4-6 weeks of the year.
The report serves as a reminder for the public to pay attention to their health, especially when participating in various activities or traveling. It is crucial for individuals to protect themselves and get tested for COVID-19 if they experience any symptoms, even if initial tests come back negative.
In conclusion, the update from the Department of Disease Control and analysis from Dr. Teera underscore the importance of remaining vigilant and taking proactive measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in Thailand. The public is encouraged to prioritize their health and adhere to safety guidelines to mitigate the impact of the ongoing outbreak.]
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