from the results of the Health Poll “Prophylactic behaviors and concerns about vaccination among the elderly” during 1-21 April 2022 found that 88.2% of the elderly 60 years and older received complete vaccination and vaccination needles. However, there are still 11.8 percent of the elderly who are unsure whether to vaccinate or think that they will not be vaccinated again. or not vaccinated: 37.99% feared side effects from vaccination, followed by 19.44% thought that 1-2 injections of vaccination was enough, and 10.51% wanted to study the information to be sure before vaccinating.
Dr. Suwanchai Wattana Yingcharoenchai The Director-General of the Department of Health said that he would like to emphasize that the elderly continue to follow the advice of the Ministry of Public Health. and the highest concentration of universal prevention to prevent COVID-19 as follows:
1. Adhere to the DMHTT principle, which is social distancing, wearing masks, washing hands frequently, and checking temperature. and testing for COVID-19
2. Wear a mask to live with other people and family members
3. Avoid eating together.
4. Promoting good health on a regular basis. by eating clean, hygienic food and exercising regularly Take care of oral and dental health Avoid getting too much news. and get enough rest
Source: Department of Health, Ministry of Public Health
