Official survey underway among people who have recovered from COVID-19

14 Sept 13:00 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Medical Sciences Department initiated an official survey to gather data on long-term health effects experienced by individuals who have recovered from COVID-19.
The survey, accessible via a dedicated website, aims to collect information on post-recovery symptoms and their severity to enhance treatment strategies for COVID-19 patients with ongoing health complications.
Participants must have recovered from the infection for a minimum of four weeks to contribute to the study.
Common long-term symptoms, persisting over 12 weeks, include fatigue and coughing, affecting 20% of recovered patients, with some experiencing severe headaches, lung damage, or exacerbated underlying conditions.

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.