Dr. Prasit is worried about the coronavirus in Africa, pointing out that if it comes off, it can be messy. Warning if not careful and then the epidemic It’s a big deal after finding 32 mutations.
Date 26 Nov ’64 Prof. Dr. Prasit Wattanapha Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital Mahidol University Revealed the situation of the COVID-19 mutation B.1.1.529, which the United Kingdom announced to restrict travelers from the country of origin that the virus was found. The B.1.1.529 coronavirus is really something that needs to be monitored. due to up to 32 mutation points
Importantly, the part involved in the creation of spike protein will have two major effects: spread more Because it was born in the location of the matter and 2. The point where protein sprites are created. It is a design point for vaccines to be used as an immune booster.
“For example, we can remember the face of a thief. But there are changes in other parts of the arms and legs that have no effect because the face is the same. Immune remember But now it has changed in appearance. If enough, our immune system may not recognize the thief’s face, which means that this virus may have escaped the vaccine system. which is according to theory But in fact, I still don’t know if 1 and 2 will happen or not. But we have to be very careful,” said Prof. Dr. Prasit.
Prof. Dr. Prasit said that the Department of Medical Sciences We are analyzing the details of travelers entering the country with the virus detected. to find species B.1.1.529 because Hong Kong has already found different countries still little check because the cost will be high But since we open the country, we have to be careful, which is a concern.
However, the data reported found B.1.1.529 strains totaling 10 cases caused by testing. But there may be another hundred that are not examined. which we do not know Because RT-PCR testing cannot tell the species.
“This one is the one to watch out for. we must be careful In the old days, we didn’t check delta. But when it increases, we have to check. and found that Thailand has So it’s the same, but it’s not easy because right now we don’t really know. There may be many other places. therefore certify that
Each country will prevent this entry. because if it fell into All that has been done is so busy. may not reach zero because we still don’t know how heavy it is Just know that if you’re not careful, it’s heavy. This time, it’s a big deal.Prof. Dr. Prasit said.
A reporter asked about the need to limit travelers from origins where the mutations were found: South Africa, Boswana and Hong Kong. Prof. Dr. Prasit Said, for example, Delta Plus found in more than 50 countries around the world. But for some countries that have not tested the species, it may not be found. Therefore, it is believed that many countries will begin to inspect especially in countries with a large number of infections to find out if there is any connection with the species.
However, it is estimated that in the next few weeks we will start to have information about which countries have found the mutation, so it wouldn’t be surprising to see another 30-40 countries suddenly not wanting to panic. But be careful and reiterated the issue of vaccination in Thailand but at the same time Masks must be worn at all times. must also keep a distance wash your hands as usual because if there is a species in this Although the vaccine may not be as effective as before. But these three defenses still work.
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