First phase of plan for two million doses of the Sinovac vaccine unveiled

23 Sept 04:59 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand launches its initial COVID-19 vaccination phase, deploying two million doses of the Chinese-made Sinovac vaccine across 10 provinces from February to May.
Priority recipients include public and private healthcare personnel, individuals aged 60 or older, the morbidly obese, and those with congenital diseases.
The two million doses are primarily distributed to Samut Sakhon (820,000 doses) and Bangkok (800,000 doses), with the remaining allocated to eight other provinces.
The plan emphasizes safety, efficacy, speed, and fairness, with both Sinovac and AstraZeneca vaccines proven effective in reducing infection and severe outcomes.
Surveys indicate high willingness for vaccination among medical personnel and the general public, with a second phase planned to distribute 61 million doses nationwide from June to December.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Yesterday 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.