Bangkok (VNA) – COVID-19 is now being found primarily among at-risk groups such as the elderly and people with pre-existing illnesses, the Thai Department of Disease Control (DDC) said in its latest report on July 3.
Since the start of this year, 31,205 people have been hospitalised with COVID-19, with 172 deaths, said DDC Director-General Thongchai Keeratihattayakorn.
From June 23-29, there were 3,256 COVID-19 inpatients, an average of 465 a day, and 709 pneumonia cases, with 336 on assisted breathing. There were 16 deaths, mostly those over 60 years old.
He advised those in at-risk groups particularly to follow COVID-19 prevention guidance - keep a distance, wear a mask and wash their hands frequently.
The COVID-19 situation in Thailand is now similar to influenza, which spreads when people were grouped and crowded, according to DDC Deputy Director-General Dr. Apichat Wachirapan./.
