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Sinovac shot first then AstraZeneca yields better results than 2 shots of Sinovacs

13 Sept 13:22 Key points summarised by AI

A Sinovac-first, AstraZeneca-second vaccine regimen offers superior protection against the Delta variant compared to two Sinovac doses, matching the efficacy of two AstraZeneca doses in a shorter timeframe.
This 'mix-and-match' approach is specifically recommended as effective, while the reverse sequence (AstraZeneca first, then Sinovac) is not advised.
Using AstraZeneca as a third booster dose significantly elevates immunity levels by up to 11 times, outperforming Sinopharm boosters which increase immunity by 2.5 times.
These findings, from Thailand's Medical Sciences Department and Siriraj Hospital, inform the country's vaccine strategy amid ongoing criticism regarding its reliance on Sinovac despite lower efficacy against new variants.

Yesterday 16:06 Key points summarised by AI

Two suspected drug couriers were killed in a shootout with narcotics officers in Phetchaburi province.
Authorities seized approximately half a tonne of crystal methamphetamine, also known as Ice, during the operation.
The incident occurred on Tuesday night after officers tracked a network suspected of transporting large quantities of drugs to southern Thailand.
The suspects, identified as Chattharin and Rungarun, both 27, opened fire when confronted by officers, who returned fire, resulting in their deaths.