Virologist claims 70 percent of Thais may have been infected with COVID-19

14 Sept 01:38 Key points summarised by AI

Dr. Yong Poovorawan estimates up to 70% of Thais may have contracted COVID-19, attributing this to a high number of unreported asymptomatic or mild cases, particularly during the Omicron variant's spread.
An extensive survey, funded by the Health Systems Research Institute (HSRI), will commence in Chon Buri to accurately determine the true extent of COVID-19 infection in the Thai population via blood tests, informing future public health measures and booster dose strategies.

Examining Thailand’s four-part education revolution

Today 14:22 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Education Ministry is implementing a four-pronged strategy to address its students' below-average performance in PISA 2025 and tackle significant educational inequality.
The plan prioritizes closing performance gaps by increasing funding for small and low-income schools, overhauling the curriculum to foster critical thinking, and adopting a data-driven management system to reduce teacher workload.
Key initiatives include enhancing school safety, combating cyberbullying, and expanding mental health support through peer-to-peer networks, recognizing the severe impact of distress on academic performance.
An education expert advises verifying if PISA improvements stem from structural changes, advocating for a revived STEM curriculum with practical 'learn by doing' methods, and urging bureaucratic reform to link teacher evaluations to student development.