Ready for your COVID-19 jab? Thailand’s inoculation plan explained

13 Sept 17:53 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's COVID-19 vaccination program is launching, with Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul receiving the first jabs to build public confidence.
Initial vaccine doses (AstraZeneca for 60+ and CoronaVac for 18-59) are prioritized for 13 provinces, focusing on high-infection areas and vital economic/tourism destinations.
Frontline medical workers, chronic disease patients, and state quarantine staff are prioritized for early vaccination, with registration available via the MorProm app or village health volunteers.
Despite varying public willingness for vaccination, authorities stress the continued importance of safety measures like mask-wearing and social distancing, as vaccines may primarily protect against severe symptoms rather than transmission.

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.