Category: General

"Praweenmai Bai Kloi" or Tan, news anchor who was the victim in the case of being deceived by a call center gang, loading the Department of Lands application with more than 1 million baht in damages, traveling to the Royal Thai Police 1 to give further testimony. After the case was transferred from Phasi Charoen Police Station to Bor.SorThor.1

"Praweenmai" revealed that today he came to give additional testimony in his own case. and also brought the information of other victims Let the police check. Because after the incident and the news has been released There are victims who are deceived in the same way. More than 20 people have contacted him, but now he found that there were 3 more cases that occurred on the same day as him, August 9, 2023. The duration of the incident was similar. About 1 hour apart from each case from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, in which every case will use the same scam, claiming to be the Department of Lands. And money was sucked into an account with the same name, Mr. Panupan Jiramek, so he brought this information to the police to investigate. In order to be able to find a connection from the criminal's behavior, with 1 of the victims, there was a policeman in Chiang Rai with damage of 177,000 baht. If including 4 cases on August 9, 2023, the damage value was almost 2.5 million baht.

Khun Tan said that after the incident, he was shocked by the financial transaction. By now, all bank accounts have been frozen. and cancel all phone and internet transactions Including formatting and cleaning the mobile phone as well Which today brought a mobile phone to the police to examine and would like to leave hope to the authorities in tracking the villain

Pol. Maj. Gen. Chatchaphantakarn Klaiklao, Chief of Police Division 1, stated that Police Division 1 had coordinated with the Metropolitan Police Commander 9 in accepting the transfer of this case from Phasi Charoen Police Station. in which some of the victims have been interrogated But it was found that there are still additional information that needs to be called for many relevant parts to investigate. because it was found that there were many victims Not only Khun Tan with many people occurring on the same day the same way therefore will continue to expand the results

by examining the financial path It was found that the money had been transferred through horse accounts for about 5-6 rows, totaling more than 24 accounts, which were accounts with millions of baht in total. And there are both personal and corporate accounts. Therefore, at least 10 more people under the name of the account must be summoned to investigate, which, as far as the current investigation, found that all accounts still have a destination in Thailand. The first row of accounts is an account that appears in many places. previous cases as well But the last row of accounts has not yet been found. In addition, he will coordinate with the Department of Lands to provide information as well that the criminal knows information about the land title deed number. Land courier number of the victims how? - Thai News Agency

Source: Thai News Agency

The Minister of Interior confirmed so far the National Committee for the Elderly. There is no change in the old age premium payment regulations. Therefore, people who still receive the elderly allowance still get the same believe in the future If there will be a change in regulations People will get more benefits in terms of thoroughness. – Thai News Agency

Source: Thai News Agency

"Ekanat" revealed that Pheu Thai has not yet contacted about joining the government, the RRT does not like the name "Srettha-Aung Ing", vote for the Prime Minister and emphasize clearly must not touch .112 does not depend on position-Ministry

Mr. Ekanat Promphan, secretary-general of the Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party (RTC), mentioned in the event that the Pheu Thai Party had contacted him to join the government or not. Haven't been contacted yet I know from the news that I will invite but until today there is no Which, as far as listening from the news, is expected to contact, will it be soon or not? I don't know

For the case where there is news that there is a share of the ministerial chair The secretary-general of the Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party said that it was news that was released all over the place. At this time, there was no negotiation. about the chair or something Or even he had a rumor that he had to remove that person. that person does not enter It's not true at all. Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party's decision It will be based on the principle that we have already announced to the public that there must be no subject matter under Section 112 and no far-reaching party. After that we are ready to talk. The decision to join or not join is based on principle. We don't care about positions or ministries. Even in the opposition, we are ready.

When asked to repeat that How many seats should the coalition government get? Mr. Ekanat said he didn't think anything of it. It's not in my mind how much I have to get. But think first that if coordinated To join or not to be based on And the government must be clear about Section 112 that it will not continue to push And there may be other conditions such as future collaboration, policies that need to be accelerated. for the benefit of the public Everyone has to think of the country first.

“We have only 36 MPs, probably not in the position to lead the government. and does not support a minority government But if in the end there is a discussion and invited the Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party to join the government to vote for Prime Minister The terms are based on all principles, there is no negotiating position. Or will definitely come into the details of the person, ”Secretary General of the Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party

When asked if it was possible to vote for the Prime Minister First, let's talk later. According to the guidelines proposed by the Pheu Thai Party, Mr. Ekanat said that voting or not voting Have to look at the conditions and results of the talks first. For we are all ready. not impressed with the ministry including personal But the principles must be clear. This matter is difficult and easy for some parties to agree to. to crystallize a conclusion Must go into detail to the extent that Which ministry is who we do not have

When asked if Pheu Thai nominated Mr. Srettha Thaweesin or Ms. Phae Thongtarn Shinawatra voted for the Prime Minister, are you still interested in anything or not? The general secretary of the Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party said that we had to come and talk. It's about people's behavior. whether it is agreed and will confirm clearly or not It will not push the story of M. 112 and maybe the story of the first mission. that the government must do including government standards in terms of transparency will be Rules must be set in advance. Before dating, we need to talk. As for whether to make a decision before the Prime Minister's election day or not, I don't know because I haven't talked yet.

Mr. Ekanat spoke about the meeting of the party executive committee and MPs today about the direction of the prime minister's vote. It's a normal conversation. which we always talk internally Try to communicate to MPs in the party to understand the situation and the conditions that we have to make a decision. Because it's an important decision. that will affect the future of the country Must consult and discuss in the party to be clear first.

“As for the news about divisions within the party I believe that every political party has problems. But for the Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party people who live together Everyone has the same ideology. No matter where you decide to go I have received confirmation from all party members that they will go together, so don't worry, ”said the general secretary of the Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party.

When asked whether the door was closed or whether the Pheu Thai Party would contact him or not, Nap Ekanat said we would have to talk because last time he invited us and we went. Is a political party elected together can talk to each other.

Source: Thai News Agency

JAS Asset joins forces with Singer Thailand by SG Capital Public Co., Ltd. or SGC in collaboration with Bangkok Dec-Con Public Co., Ltd. or BKD join forces to expand the business. real estate Improving the quality of life for the elderly comprehensively Ready to provide room decoration services for the elderly under the brand JBS – Senior Smart Living, highlighting the concept of "Home improvement, creating happiness for the elderly and their families".

Mr. Suphot Sirikulpat Chief Executive Officer of JAS Asset Public Company Limited said that Jay Mart Group by JAS Asset Public Company Limited or J and Singer Thailand Public Company Limited or SINGER by SG Capital Public Company Limited or SGC joins forces with Bangkok Dec-Con Public Company Limited or BKD to join forces to expand the real estate business under the brand "JBS – Senior Smart Living", offering home improvement services. for the elderly and their families” with the objective of helping the elderly to live at home more conveniently, with the team going to offer home services. to obtain information about the elderly, their needs, and their budget So that customers can choose a room type and other equipment necessary for daily life. And offers an option to pay in installments for a maximum of 36 months with an interest rate of 1.75% for a limit of 100,000 baht or more, and also offers advice on health care for the elderly from the company Cenera Senior Wellness, managed by University

Mrs. Nuchanart Rattanasuwanchat Chief Executive Officer of Bangkok Dec-Con Public Company Limited or BKD said that this project is This gathering of business partners arising from the fact that every company Each has its own strengths. BKD has over 30 years of interior design experience. JAS Asset is one of the leaders in real estate management. While the Singer Group has expertise in providing credit services, as well as Cinera Senior Wellness, providing advice on health care for the elderly. Which is considered to be all dimensions of providing experiences to improve the quality of life of the elderly at their own home.

Source: Thai News Agency

Thailand’s second satellite system for earth observation, THEOS-2, will be launched from the Guiana Space Centre in Kourou, French Guiana in either late August or early September.

Deputy Government Spokesperson Rachada Dhanadirek said assembly and testing of THEOS-2, which is designed and developed by the Thais through knowledge transfer and capacity building, is complete.

“It is now kept at the Airbus Test Facility in Toulouse, France, ready to be launched.

“THEOS-2’s mission duration is expected to be three years. However, the launch schedule and timeline are subject to change pending associated factor and situation,” she said in a statement.

She added that the THEOS-2A, Thailand’s small observation optical satellite is also scheduled to be launched at the end of October from Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC-SHAR) in Sriharikota, India.

She said THEOS-2A is now kept at the National Satellite Assembly Integration and Test (AIT) facilities in the Space Krenovation Park (SKP), located in Sri Racha, Chonburi province in Thailand.

Rachada said the government has placed great importance on the development of space technology and infrastructure, such as Control Ground Segment, satellite data warehouse, Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA)’s Aerospace Laboratory of Excellence and Innovation (GALAXI), and National Satellite Assembly Integration and Test (AIT) facilities, which is located in the Space Krenovation Park (SKP).

“The government also focuses on human resource development to support the growth of space industry. Engineers from the Thai GISTDA were sent to UK for transfer of knowledge to enable the Thai engineers to design, manufacture, integrate, and test similar satellites in Thailand in the future.

“They had chances to undertake a variety of hands-on tasks to build their experience and capability in satellite engineering. GISTDA also plans to foster new batches of space engineers and aims to develop a 100 per cent Thai-produced “THEOS-3” satellite,” she said.

Rachada said caretaker Prime Minister, Prayuth Chan o-cha handed down a policy to drive the development of space technology to enhance national competitiveness and promote socio-economic advancement toward security, prosperity, and sustainability

Source: Nam News Network

Roi Et, Aug. 14 – A knife-wielding man killed a neighbor on a village road. Refused to fight the case Reveal the history of seeing a psychiatrist The police objected to bail.

After the police at Chiang Khwan Police Station received a notification that a man had been beaten to death along a concrete road in the village of Ban Khueang Subdistrict, Chiang Khwan District, Roi Et Province, he went to inspect it with an investigation team. Asok Chiangkwan Rescue, Doctor on duty, Chiangkwan Hospital

The scene found the body of a man wearing a red short-sleeved shirt. black shorts Examining the condition of the corpse, it was cut with a sharp object around the neck with a serious wound, known as Mr. Wasan, 51 years old.

Inquiring about my sister, she was informed by a monk who was walking for alms that her younger brother had been knocked unconscious and lay in a pool of blood on the roadside. So he hurried to see that his brother had died. therefore do not know for sure But his younger brother had a conflict with one of the villagers.

After the police received a report, they traveled to the house opposite the scene. Meet the suspect, Mr. Rueang, 60 years old, and examine the surrounding area. Check the CCTV for evidence. Appearing at the back of the house, traces like drops of dried blood were found all over the back of the house. The homeowner claimed that it was a trace of banana resin. which cuts banana blossoms, not blood

While investigating, it was found that the suspect's clothes were freshly washed and dried in the back of the house. It was found that there were traces similar to blood stains on his pants and clothes. Both shirts and pants that are not dry. The investigation officer kept it as evidence for the investigation process. And also found that many points where CCTV cameras were installed in the house found CCTV cameras. including server There are traces of new removal.

Mr. Rueang also refused. But the police asked to contact a lawyer to take them for further investigation. Along with bringing many evidences to the police science or proving evidence Until clearly knowing that the blood stains on the shirt and other witnesses Including chasing CCTV cameras from neighboring houses Clearly saw that it was the perpetrator who used a knife to kill Mr. Wasan.

Therefore requesting approval of the arrest warrant from the Roi Et Provincial Court. to arrest Mr. Rueang But Mr Rueang denied the allegations. And will ask for bail to fight the case because he saw that it was a serious and shocking case as well as being a patient with a history of having to be under the care of a psychiatrist all along is feared by the villagers Family of the deceased including the perpetrator's house opposite the deceased's house If bail is given, there may be a repeat of the same misfortune. The police objected to bail.-Thai News Agency

Source: Thai News Agency

BANGKOK, Aug. 14 – The Prime Minister welcomed the progress of cooperation. Indo-Malay-Thai (IMT-GT) 2021, total trade value of US$ 618,000 million Ready to move forward together to develop human capital and tourism

Ms. Ratchada Thanadirek, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office, revealed that Prime Minister Gen. Prayut Chan-o-cha was pleased with the tangible results of the three-party economic zone development plan. Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand (Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle: IMT-GT) Over the past 30 years, the sub-region has developed tremendous economic growth. Help reduce the development gap within the country and the sub-regions. Promote people's roles along with the development of the 6 economic corridors, namely 1) trade and investment, 2) infrastructure and transportation, 3) tourism, 4) human resource development, 5) agriculture, agro-industry and environment and 6) Halal products and services.

more than that It has also expanded the area of cooperation to cover 35 states and provinces of the three countries, with GDP within the sub-region steadily increasing from US$ 12.79 billion in 1984 to US$ 405.7 billion in 2016. 2021 and the trade value between them has increased from 97,900 million US dollars in 1984 to 618,000 million US dollars in 2021.

Ms. Ratchada further said that in terms of physical connectivity projects along all 6 branches of the Economic Corridor, there are more than 36 projects, which have made great progress. representing a total value of more than 57 billion US dollars Such projects play an important role in supporting the seamless cross-border movement of goods, services and people, such as the Hat Yai-Padang Besar-Kuala Lumpur rail link project. Kolok River Bridge Construction Project 2 (Su-ngai Kolok-Rantau Panyang) Sumatra Expressway Project and restoring air links after the COVID-19 pandemic.

Under the five-year action plan (2022-2026), various fields of cooperation Great progress has been made, for example, through food security development programs. energy security link strengthening and tourism revitalization As for the direction of future operations, it focuses on 6 issues such as increasing the capacity of human capital in digital technology. development of tourism potential Within the year of IMT-GT tourism and the acceleration of the signing of the Customs Cooperation Framework immigration and inspecting plant and animal diseases between the governments of Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, etc.

“The prime minister is pleased that over the years The government has pushed cooperation in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand to tangible success. It is beneficial to the people in the southern border provinces. In the 30 years since the establishment of IMT-GT in 1993, the three countries have made significant progress in developing economic growth in the subregions and regions. have a common vision and goals To make the sub-region more integrated, innovative, left behind and sustainable, to increase its competitiveness. There is a seamless connection, ”said Ms. Ratchada. – Thai News Agency

Source: Thai News Agency

BANGKOK, Aug. 14- "Tipanan" reveals good news for farmers. BAAC prepares to provide BCG model loans worth 35 billion baht through 3 projects, confirming "General Prayut" aiming to transform the country's development.

Ms. Tipanan Sirichana, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office, revealed that Gen. Prayut Chan-o-cha, Prime Minister and Minister of Defense. Accelerate the drive of the bio-economy-circular economy-green economy or BCG according to the strategic plan for driving Thailand with the BCG economic model 2021-2026, which consists of 4 strategic areas, namely 1. Agriculture and Food, 2. Health and Medicine, 3. Energy, Materials and Biochemicals, and 4. Tourism and Creative Economy, and 1. Biodiversity and Culture Base.

Ms. Tipanan said it was good news for the farmers. With the Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) promoting and supporting funds for farmers, individuals, juristic persons, community enterprise groups. Farmer groups or agricultural cooperatives through BCG Model loans with a total credit line of 35,000 million baht, consisting of

Bio Economy Credit to promote and support the use of innovation or biotechnology to increase production potential and create added value to products.

Circular Economy Credit to support the reduction of waste to zero (Zero waste) by maximizing resource utilization. as well as reusing materials (Reuse) and converting to reuse (Recycle)

Green credit to support organic farming or food safety production (Food Safety) Promote the use of alternative or clean energy. including preserving arts and culture natural resources and environment

This is to motivate farmers and agricultural entrepreneurs. turn to change the production process that is environmentally friendly, with the BAAC setting the interest rate For customers who are in the early stages of the project and are undergoing certification In the case of farmers, individuals, the interest rate is MRR per year (MRR is 6.975% per year) and juristic persons. community enterprise group Farmer groups or agricultural cooperatives Interest rate is MLR per year (MLR is 5.625%) and if the customer is certified. For farmers, individuals will charge an interest rate of MRR -1 per year and juristic persons will charge an interest rate of MLR -0.5 per year. Repayment within 15 years, in the case of borrowing to repay debts from other financial institutions, repaying within 10 years, not more than 15 years, the project period from today until March 31, 2028. For more information, please contact BAAC.

“General Prayut aims to transform the country's development with the BCG economic model in a systematic, concrete way to raise income levels. taking into account the environment Sustainable grassroots economic development,” Ms. Tipanan said.-Thai News Agency

Source: Thai News Agency

BANGKOK, Aug. 14- Investigating the metropolitan show a methamphetamine extraction before entering the capital. Gather stepfather A speedster who transports 1,180,000 methamphetamine pills into the city and seizes more than 10 million baht

Investigate the city to extract methamphetamine at a gas station on Asian Road, Singburi Province. Before entering Bangkok, it took more than 2 months to observe the behavior of Kan's stepfather, Mae Ai, Chiang Mai, the owner of a virgin car tuning garage. Modi lost a racing car, hiding 1.18 million methamphetamine pills hidden in a box containing a generator. That has been converted to remove the engine and generator equipment, leaving only the case covered behind the pickup truck Every drug smuggler operates alone using a car that modifies its speed. One of the Metropolitan Police detectives' cars was destroyed as they tried to speed up against the villains. and seized more than 10 million baht of the accused's assets

according to government policy by Gen. Prayut Chan-o-cha, Prime Minister, is aware of the drug problem which is a threat and one of the important national problems. must be corrected urgently and seriously Therefore, the policy was given to the Royal Thai Police by Pol. Gen. Damrongsak. Kittipraphat The Chief of Police came down to focus on himself.

On August 11-13, 2023, Pol. Gen. Chinnaphat Sarasin, Deputy Commissioner of Police / Director of Narcotics Prevention and Suppression Center (Director of Narcotics Control Center) .) Pol. Lt. Gen. Thiti Saengsaeng, Commander in Chief, Pol. Maj. Gen. Samroeng Suanthong, Deputy Commander in Chief, ordered Pol. Pol.Col. Kiattisak Sathong-Oi, deputy commander-in-chief. Pol. Col. Worapoj Rungkrajangrong, Pol. Col. Thanyaphat Boonsuk, 2nd Division, Lt. Col. Natthawut Sisamer, Pol. Lt. Col. Nitikorn, careful, deputy superintendent, together with police officers, SorSor 2, SorSorSorBorChor, investigating drug suspects large and important to achieve tangible results in order to prevent the spread of drugs into the inner areas and spread to the community in Bangkok area Until the arrest of Mr. Jirasak or Kan Boonchai, 42 years old, along with the middle. Category 1 narcotics (Yaba), the number of approximately 1,181,

accusing “Distribution of narcotic drugs 1 (methamphetamine), which is intended for sale, which affects the security of the state or the safety of the general public "place of arrest Inside the gas station PTT Hongchavalit Singburi, next to Asian Road, Bang Man Subdistrict, Mueang Sing Buri District, Sing Buri Province

The behavior of the offense is as a result of the investigation by the Metropolitan Police has arrested a large drug suspect The number of cases continues in the Bangkok area Therefore, the investigation continued to expand. Until discovering that there was a person smuggling drugs from the north to sell in Bangkok and its vicinity, the name of Kan's stepfather, later known as Mr. Jirasak, 42 years old, living in Mae Ai District, Chiang Mai Province, later on August 11 2566 From the investigation, it was known that there would be smuggling drugs using a pick-up truck, brand Isuzu, bronze, registration No. 2112, Chiang Mai, belonging to Mr. Jirasak. Pol. Col. Thanyaphat Boonsuk, Superintendent of Sor Sor 2, Sor Sor Sor, therefore reported to Pol. Maj. Gen. Teeradet Thamsuthi, Sor Sor. The PM and the commander knew and ordered to bring forces to watch and put forces on the route. Later, they found a bronze Isuzu pick-up truck, registration No. 2112, Chiang Mai, passing through the Nakhon Sawan bypass area. Mueang Nakhon Sawan District, Province Nakhon Sawan heading to Bangkok Therefore followed and was able to allow the said car to stop at the gas station. Pol. Lt. Col. Hongchavalit Singburi, next to Asia Road, Bang Man Sub-district, Mueang Sing Buri District, Sing Buri Province, the arresting police officers acted as police officers and asked to examine the car

The search results of the police found methamphetamine hidden in a box containing a BISON brand generator, model DG – 6700 418 CC, which had been converted to remove the generator and the generator equipment, leaving only the case covered in the amount of 2 boxes, carried behind an Isuzu pickup truck. Sue Bronze, registered in Thailand, 2112, Chiang Mai, therefore arrested. Ready to expand the result of the house search and the seizure of related assets worth more than 10 million baht

Asked the accused to testify that he opened a garage to decorate the car. to modify racing cars And in every drug smuggling work alone using a car that has already modified the speed. will use the method of bringing drugs to disguise by hiding them in various devices pickup truck before being transported down to deliver to customers in Bangkok or its vicinity After being arrested with the medium confessed to all the allegations therefore brought together with the medium to send to the Narcotics Suppression Bureau investigating officer for further legal action

Maj. Gen. Teeradet Thamsutee, chief of the Metropolitan Investigation Department Has accelerated the investigation of major drug suspects continually To prevent drugs from spreading to communities in Bangkok and its vicinity, this accused is a wide-ranging person in the area. And admit that each time he will only carry drugs so that he does not have to share money with anyone saw that it was a very good income However, when arrested, the police will seize the property obtained from the offence. No one can survive the arrest of the police. Even if it's just good .-Thai News Agency

Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, Aug. 14 – The Department of Disease Control emphasizes risky groups to refrain from having sex with strangers. or those who suspect smallpox After finding the first HIV-infected person from smallpox in Thailand

The Department of Disease Control reveals that the situation of smallpox has continued to increase among males who have sex with men. And received the report of the first death from HIV infected with smallpox in Thailand. are human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected Found diseases including herpes and syphilis. Severe rash from smallpox This causes extensive necrosis of the nose and throat. There are complications in the lungs and brain. Accelerate all provinces to monitor and monitor the communication of risk groups. How to prevent infection by abstaining from having sex with strangers and not skin-to-skin contact with suspected smallpox cases

Taret Kassanairawiwong Director-General of the Department of Disease Control said he had received reports of deaths of smallpox patients. from Bamrasnaradura Infectious Diseases Institute therefore sent a team to investigate and control the disease Division of Epidemiology And the Office of Disease Prevention and Control 6, Chonburi, went to investigate the disease together with the Chonburi Provincial Public Health Office. and relevant agencies in the area found that the deceased was a 34-year-old male with a history of fever, headache, itching, rashes and blisters on the skin in different parts of the body since July 3, 2023 and was admitted to the hospital. A private nurse in Chonburi Province On July 11, 2023, the doctor suspected smallpox. Therefore, samples were sent to confirm the genetic material of the smallpox virus. and meanwhile HIV and syphilis infections were also detected. Later, the patient had a sore throat. Detect a yeast infection which is an opportunistic infection of HIV Smallpox lesions from smallpox spread all over the body on the skin. Completed treatment for 4 weeks The doctor allowed him to go home. Later, on August 9, the patient was exhausted and had difficulty breathing. The relatives took the patient to be treated at Bamrasnaradura Infectious Diseases Institute. A rash from smallpox was found spreading all over the body. and extensive tissue necrosis in the nose and throat Complications of infection in the arms and legs have pneumonia and symptoms of encephalitis A CD4 count of 16 cells/mL indicates severe immunodeficiency. Doctors have also prescribed smallpox antiviral drugs and antibiotics. Later, the patient's condition deteriorated and died on the night of August 11, 2023. indicates severe immunodeficiency Doctors have also prescribed smallpox antiviral drugs and antibiotics. Later, the patient's condition deteriorated and died on the night of August 11, 2023. indicates severe immunodeficiency Doctors have also prescribed smallpox antiviral drugs and antibiotics. Later, the patient's condition deteriorated and died on the night of August 11, 2023.

Taret went on to say that Smallpox is an emerging infectious disease in Thailand. The latest situation, as of August 8, 2023, there are a total of 189 cases reported in Thailand, 161 of which are Thai nationals, 28 foreigners, with an increasing trend of outbreaks. In the first phase, patients were found in the Bangkok metropolitan area before spreading to other provinces. Most of the patients were men who have sex with men. 82 (43%) were also infected with HIV. The main risk factor was having sex with an unknown stranger who was infected with smallpox. In which at-risk people can check the initial symptoms by themselves If there is a rash / blisters in the genital area, anus, mouth or body and had a history of close contact, intimate contact, or having sex with suspected smallpox or smallpox patients Observe yourself within 21 days after touching the patient if you have fever, headache, aches, swollen lymph nodes, a rash or blisters or pustules in the genital area or anus. or around the hands, feet, chest, face, or mouth area to be examined at a health facility or hospital immediately by notifying symptoms and risk history for diagnosis

Dr. Sophon Iamsirithavorn Deputy Director General Department of Disease Control added that The situation of the smallpox epidemic has increased. reflecting the continued risky behavior Nearly half of all new smallpox cases are HIV-infected. which this group of patients is already immunocompromised are often associated with other opportunistic infections causing severe symptoms until death Globally, 152 cases of smallpox have been reported since the start of the outbreak in Europe and other countries. Since May 2022, Thailand has currently received a number of antiviral drugs called Tecovirimat (or TPOXX) from the World Health Organization. used to treat smallpox patients with severe symptoms that may cause complications And the effectiveness of this drug must be measured simultaneously.

However, smallpox can be prevented. by abstaining from sex with strangers Do not touch skin-to-skin with people with rashes, blisters or pus. It is recommended to wash your hands frequently. and do not share personal belongings with others therefore asking all provinces to be vigilant and monitoring risk groups and communicate methods to prevent the spread of infection by abstaining from having sex with strangers and not skin-to-skin contact with suspected smallpox cases in which, if the public has any doubts or need advice on how to act You can ask for information at the Department of Disease Control hotline, call 1422. – Thai News Agency

Source: Thai News Agency