Omicron Covid-19 variant
- Covid-19 News
T cells may be “unsung heroes” protecting against severe illness from Omicron
Two separate studies show that the body’s T cells may…
- Covid-19 News
Study finds Johnson & Johnson booster 85% effective against severe Omicron
A South African study has found that a booster dose…
- Covid-19 News
Thai Health Ministry refutes claim that cloth masks don’t protect against Omicron
Thailand’s Public Health Ministry is insisting that cloth face masks…
- Northern Thailand News
Officials blame Kalasin bar for Omicron spread, poor disease prevention measures
The Department of Disease Control says the Kalasin couple who…
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South Africa study shows Omicron variant may reduce Delta transmission
A scientific paper in South Africa appears to show that…
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Government officials ordered to work from home, private sector urged to follow
The Public Health Ministry says government officials have been ordered…
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WHO warns of surge in hospitalisations, particularly among the unvaccinated
The World Health Organisation has warned that even if the…
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Driven by Omicron, Australia’s daily new infections surge past 10,000 for first time
For the first time since the start of the pandemic,…
- Tourism News
New Year glass half-empty for TAT due to Omicron variant
The normally optimistic Tourism Authority of Thailand is feeling slightly…
- Covid-19 News
Thailand’s Health Ministry outlines plan to tackle potential Omicron outbreak
Thailand is preparing for a potential outbreak of the Omicron…
- Covid-19 News
Health ministry to outline 3 best and worst-case scenarios as more infections reported
Following the discovery of more cases of the Omicron Covid-19…
- Pattaya News
Business leaders urge government to include Pattaya in sandbox entry scheme
Business leaders in Pattaya have joined a chorus of tourism…
- Bangkok News
Private sector countdown events to go ahead in Bangkok on New Year’s Eve
New Year countdown events organised by the private sector in…
- Northern Thailand News
Provincial governor confirms 2 cases of Omicron variant in Khon Kaen
The north-eastern province of Khon Kaen has reported its first…
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Poll shows most Thais fear New Year celebrations will spark another Covid wave
A Department of Health poll shows that most Thais are…
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25 Thais returning from Mecca pilgrimage infected with Omicron variant
25 of 31 Thai pilgrims recently returned from a pilgrimage…
- Covid-19 News
US health officials confirm Omicron now the dominant variant
Health officials in the US say the highly-contagious Omicron mutation…
- Tourism News
Tourism operators express frustration over rumours Test & Go may be dropped
Thailand’s tourism operators have expressed frustration and concern over the…
- Tourism News
Thailand expected to review list of countries eligible for “Test & Go” scheme
The Thai government is expected to review the list of…
- Covid-19 News
Pfizer Covid-19 pill nearly 90% effective at preventing hospitalisation, death
The pharmaceutical firm Pfizer says there have been highly promising…
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Thailand halves gap between second dose and booster amid Omicron concerns
The Thai government has decided to halve the period between…
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Covid cases top 50 million in US, Delta variant still dominant, Omicron spreading
The US has now reported over 50 million Covid-19 infections,…
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Lab tests show 3 doses of Pfizer vaccine can neutralise Omicron variant
In a sign that boosters could be an essential line…
- World News
Top US scientist says Omicron “almost certainly” no more severe than Delta
America’s top infectious diseases expert has echoed statements made by…
- Covid-19 News
Thai PM says another national lockdown “unlikely” despite Omicron variant
The Thai PM says another lockdown is not on the…
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Omicron unlikely to be more severe or to fully evade vaccines: WHO
It’s early days, but the World Health Organisation has sounded…
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No need to panic over Thailand’s first Omicron case, says PM
The Thai PM has called on the public not to…
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CCSA meets today to decide on southern border re-opening
A deputy government spokesperson says the CCSA will meet today…
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Lockdown not on the cards, but re-opening nightlife may be postponed: PM
The Thai PM has ruled out introducing another national lockdown…
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Cost of PCR tests reduced by 200 baht at labs run by Department of Medical Sciences
The Department of Medical Sciences is cutting the cost of…
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Thai officials attempt to track down 783 travellers from Africa for Omicron testing
Officials are attempting to trace 783 travellers who’ve arrived in…
