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Booster jabs for those who got two Sinovac doses to begin in October or sooner - Anutin

14 Sept 16:00 Key points summarised by AI

Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul announced that individuals who received two doses of the Sinovac vaccine will begin receiving a third booster jab, likely AstraZeneca, in October or potentially sooner.
This booster program aims to enhance protection for millions, including foreign migrant workers, who previously completed their Sinovac vaccination course.
Thailand anticipates receiving 120 million doses of various vaccines by the end of the year, ensuring sufficient supply for the nation's vaccination needs, including booster shots.
The Ministry of Public Health also adjusted its primary vaccination regimen to a Sinovac first dose followed by AstraZeneca, and is actively procuring vaccines safe for children, with Pfizer already registered.

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.