Thai health officials told to discover why many still refuse to get vaccinated

13 Sept 23:51 Key points summarised by AI

Thai health officials are mandated to identify reasons for COVID-19 vaccine refusal to tailor effective inoculation campaigns and incentives.
The Public Health Ministry aims to administer 100 million vaccine doses by month-end but still needs to vaccinate approximately 10 million people with their first dose.
Thailand is implementing a "VUCA" strategy (Vaccination, Universal prevention, COVID free settings, Antigen test kits) to facilitate the safe reopening of all provinces.
While new COVID-19 infections have stabilized and severe cases are declining, 13 provinces remain under close watch due to varying infection rates and test positivity.

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.