A new wave of Covid infections is expected as people return from Songkran celebrations.
Dr Opas Karnkawinpong, the ministry’s permanent secretary, said many people joined Songkran parties in crowded places without taking steps to protect themselves. Hence, he said, the Public Health Ministry expects a high number of Covid patients once the holiday period is over.
• Always wear a face mask in public places and if near elderly people or patients, such as in hospitals and elderly shelters.Public Health Ministry gets ready to deal with new Covid wave• Boosting public awareness campaigns on the necessity of taking annual Covid-19 and influenza jabs.
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