Thailand launches out-patient services for COVID-19 cases with mild symptoms

13 Sept 07:06 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Ministry of Public Health initiated out-patient services for COVID-19 patients with mild or no symptoms, ensuring free medical access for all Thais.
This strategy aims to preserve hospital beds for severely ill patients, as approximately 90% of Omicron variant infections are asymptomatic or mild.
Revised treatment guidelines categorize patients into four groups based on symptom severity and risk, from asymptomatic cases to those with very serious symptoms.
Mild or asymptomatic cases will receive home isolation and testing, while specific high-risk or symptomatic groups may be prescribed Favipiravir or admitted to 'hospitels' or hospitals.

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