start vaccination “flu” is free for 7 risk groups from May 1 – August 31, repeating only the gold patent, revealing that the Bangkok area has reserved the right to inject through “pockets” starting from April 17, identifying the vaccine as type 3. southern hemisphere species
On April 16, Dr Chadet Thammathatcha-aree, Secretary General of the National Health Security Office (NHSO), said that the seasonal flu vaccine is now being prepared. For people in 7 risk groups this year, free injections are given. Starting between May 1 – August 31, 2023 or until the vaccine expires. It is a southern hemisphere strain vaccine recommended by the World Health Organization. which includes protection against 3 types of flu viruses (A H1N1, A H3N2 and B/Victoria)
“Flu is caused by infection with the flu virus. There are intermittent outbreaks in the rainy season and winter. Generally, people have few symptoms such as high fever, runny nose, cough, sore throat, headache, fatigue, body aches. Most rhinitis can be cured on its own. But risk groups may have serious complications and death, such as pneumonia, encephalitis, so it is necessary to vaccinate in risk groups. Reducing confusion in diagnosing COVID-19 that consistently finds patients AND can help reduce the severity and death rate of COVID,” said Dr. Chadet.
Dr Chadet said that the number of vaccines this year is limited, so anyone in the 7 risk groups should hurry and get vaccinated as soon as possible, free of charge. Before the vaccine expires, people from 7 risk groups are 1) pregnant women, gestational age of 4 months or more, 2) children 6 months to 2 years, 3) people with 7 chronic diseases, namely COPD, asthma , heart disease 4) People aged 65 and over 5) Thalassemia and immunocompromised people (including symptomatic HIV infected), 6) obese (weight > 100 kg or BMI > 35 kg/m2), and 7 ) people with aphasia who cannot help themselves. For pregnant women, flu vaccines are available all year round. Regarding treatment rights other than the gold card, wait for the announcement again.
In addition, it also cooperates with Krung Thai Bank Limited, allowing people to use gold patents only in Bangkok. “Health Bag” can be opened on the “Paotang” application for orders between April 17 – August 31, 2023 or until the vaccine expires. If it is inconvenient, contact any service unit or hospital in the gold card system. Calling to make an appointment in advance is recommended. reduce congestion for vaccination services
