Boosters recommended for higher immunity against Omicron - Siriraj, Medical Sciences Dept

14 Sept 03:06 Key points summarised by AI

Booster shots are strongly recommended for enhanced immunity against the Omicron COVID-19 variant, as initial two-dose regimens are insufficient due to Omicron's immune evasion.
Thai health authorities, Siriraj Institute of Clinical Research (SICRES) and the Department of Medical Sciences (DMSC), advocate for boosters to significantly improve protection.
A study confirmed that a Pfizer booster following two doses of Sinovac vaccine generates the highest level of immune response against both the Delta and Omicron variants.
Notably, a half-dose Pfizer booster after two Sinovac shots provided the optimal immune response against Omicron, measured at 551 GMT, outperforming a full dose.

Cabinet approves ฿10.5bn central fund for flood relief

Yesterday 14:04 Key points summarised by AI

The Cabinet allocated 10.5 billion baht from the fiscal 2027 central emergency fund to provide financial relief for flood victims.
This funding will cover remaining compensation payments and relief operations for severely affected households, as fiscal 2026 funds have been exhausted.