No contact! Director-General of the Department of Disease Control Thammasat University imports moderna vaccine But need to find someone responsible for safety
From the case that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (KMUTT) sent a letter to the Rector of Thammasat University (TU) recommending that the TU discuss with the Department of Disease Control. Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) in accepting donations of the new mRNA vaccine from the private sector of Poland mRNA brand from Poland.
On October 27, Dr. Opas Karnkawinpong Director-General of the Department of Disease Control gave an interview about the issue saying: The Department of Disease Control is not aware of the conditions for donating the aforementioned vaccine lot. But as far as I know It is not a donation between a government agency and a government agency. part of the book The Election Commission sent recommendations to the university by using the word “may” consult the Department of Disease Control
“Actually, The matter happened in the private sector. not related to the government but we are happy to give advice If he asks for advice But now I have not received any contact. Confirm that if it can be imported. can be operated without any objection.” Dr. Opas said
Director-General of the Department of Disease Control said As for vaccine donations between the private sector, will also depend on the conditions But because vaccines are not common products, not soap or toothpaste that we use commonly. because the efficiency and safety must be considered by 1. Performance Vaccines have been donated. Must be stored at the right temperature as well, so accepting donations must take into account this part that has been collected earlier. Has the collection performed well?
“If it’s state to state we can talk But if it is a private and private sector, this must be taken into account as well. 2.Safety Because most vaccines are still used in emergencies, so if a problem arises. must be responsible If it is a state to that state Must be brought to discuss in the Cabinet (Cabinet) to seek approval that the government is willing to take responsibility. But when it’s private who will be responsible Must be able to answer.” Dr. Opas said
The reporter asked If it is a donation between the private sector together Do I have to coordinate with government agencies before? Dr. Opas said that it is not necessary, the private sector can accept it. but if it is to be injected to the public must meet the conditions because it is not a general product It is regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to ensure safety.
“In the past, it was not easy for us to accept donations. need to ask the source View all documents In addition, the Department of Medical Sciences must also look at it. Who can donate anything But if the vaccine is injected into people There must be a regulatory authority, otherwise anyone can get the drug to anyone to eat, so it has to be seen who is responsible for the safety, efficacy, unlike what we buy from the factory. clearly signed contract There is a clear manufacturer The government takes care of it. If you buy it later, is it good or not? We cannot answer this one, so there must be a process of asking questions,” said Dr. Opas.
