Thai PM demands strict following of Covid-19 safety measures during Songkran

The prime minister also instructed public health agencies to be prepared for a possible surge of infections.

The Nation

The Nation

         

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March 29, 2022

BANGKOK – Government Spokesman Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana quoted Prayut as warning that all sides must strictly observe four measures:

– All people must get the Covid-19 vaccine or booster dose as soon as possible.

– People must always protect themselves by wearing masks, and washing their hands regularly.

– Avoid risky places .

– Regularly monitor their health using antigen testing kits.

The prime minister also warned business places to always use Covid-free settings by regularly testing their staff and visitors with ATKs.

The spokesman said Prayut has also instructed public health agencies to be prepared for a possible surge of infections by making arrangements for testing and treating patients to prevent deaths and minimising the spread.

On Monday, the Public Health Ministry reported 24,635 new Covid-19 cases during the previous 24 hours with 81 new deaths.

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