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Single dose of AstraZeneca vaccine could result in 96.7% immunity in 4 weeks

14 Sept 11:31 Key points summarised by AI

A study of 61 patients demonstrated that a single dose of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine achieved 96.7% immunity within four weeks, exceeding the 92.4% immunity observed in individuals recovered from the disease.
Dr. Yong Poovorawan, an expert virologist, lauded the 'impressive' immunity from a single dose and urged widespread inoculation, even with just one dose, to rapidly build population immunity.

Today 16:46 Key points summarised by AI

A dinner between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham party leaders sparked rumors of a potential merger, though Bhumjaithai's leader, Anutin, downplayed it as a casual meal.
The meeting is widely interpreted as a strategic message from Bhumjaithai to the Pheu Thai party, signaling alternative support ahead of an upcoming no-confidence debate.
Thailand's Constitution (Section 99) currently prohibits direct mergers of parties with sitting MPs during the House's term, a rule designed to prevent the 'buying and selling' of MPs.
While direct mergers are restricted, MPs can still switch parties if dismissed by a three-fourths party vote or if their party dissolves, allowing for indirect political realignments.
Kla Tham's voting behavior in the censure debate will demonstrate its loyalty to the government, potentially influencing future political dynamics despite current merger restrictions.