Seven new confirmed coronavirus cases in Thailand include popular actor

The Public Health Ministry confirmed 7 new cases of the Covid-19 coronavirus today, raising the number of infections in Thailand to 82 since the virus struck in January. Of those, 35 have recovered and been sent home, while 46 remain under medical care. One man died from complications arising from the illness.

Sukhum Karnchanapimai, the ministry’s permanent secretary, said that of the new cases, the 76th is linked to 11 Thai cluster infections previously reported.

The 77th case is a woman returning from Japan. Three more cases are her family members. The 81st case is a student, also returning from Japan, and the 82nd is a popular actor.

Actor Matthew “Deane” Chanthavanij revealed in a short video posted on Instagram yesterday that he is infected with the virus.

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SOURCE: The Nation