Home isolation for asymptomatic COVID-19 patients waiting for hospital beds

13 Sept 10:50 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Medical Services Department is issuing advisories for asymptomatic COVID-19 patients to self-isolate at home due to a critical shortage of hospital beds.
Patients in home isolation will be provided with a thermometer and oximeter for self-monitoring, alongside medication tailored to their risk level (Favipiravir for high-risk, Fah Talai Jone for others).
Medical professionals will ensure follow-up care through video calls, home visits, or coordination with civil society, particularly for those who may eventually require hospitalization.
This home isolation approach will initially be implemented in Bangkok and surrounding areas, where approximately 500 COVID-19 patients are currently awaiting hospital admission amidst high ICU bed occupancy.

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.