39,500 COVID-infected people are in home or community isolation

23 Sept 06:18 Key points summarised by AI

Nearly 40,000 COVID-19 patients are currently in home or community isolation, supervised by 104 community clinics and health providers.
Clinics utilize online monitoring systems to manage over 100 patients each, prioritizing consistent delivery of food and essential medical supplies.
The National Health Security Office (NHSO) will provide clinics with 3,000 baht per patient weekly to ensure steady cash flow for daily operational expenses, including food and medical device distribution.
NHSO plans to distribute 8.5 million free antigen test kits (ATKs) within the next two months, supporting a goal to screen 100,000 people daily.
Individuals testing positive with ATKs can contact their nearest government health office or hotline 1330 to enroll in the home or community isolation program.

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.