Bangkok governor checks readiness of hospital offering COVID-19 vaccination to elderly people

13 Sept 12:35 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok Governor Aswin Kwanmuang inspected Geriatric Bangkhuntien Hospital, one of three BMA facilities, to ensure readiness for COVID-19 vaccinations for the elderly following the arrival of Sinovac and AstraZeneca vaccines.
The preparatory process includes thorough checks, registration, screening, consultation, and post-vaccination observation for side effects before patients are discharged.
Sinovac vaccines will be distributed to 50 hospitals in nine high-risk provinces, targeting frontline medical personnel, those with congenital diseases, and individuals over 60.
AstraZeneca vaccine is registered for emergency use in Thailand for people over 18, requiring two doses 4-12 weeks apart, and will undergo efficacy testing before distribution.
Public opinion polls indicate a strong desire for vaccination due to fear of the virus and hope for protection, though some express concerns about potential side effects and prefer to wait and observe.

Flooding persists in Bangkok and 22 provinces

Today 16:00 Key points summarised by AI

Persistent flooding continues across Bangkok and 22 Thai provinces, though water levels are gradually receding in many affected areas.
Over 604,000 families, impacting approximately 1.83 million people, are still grappling with the widespread flood conditions.
The national flood death toll has reached 80 since mid-September, with fatalities reported across various provinces.
Major regions like Pathum Thani, Ayutthaya, and Bangkok report significant numbers of affected households, with hundreds of thousands still in trouble.