Thailand at risk of increasing COVID-19 infections after loosening lockdowns
The Thai Government's COVID-19 pandemic advisory committee has warned that the country must be ready to cope with a possible resurgence in COVID-19 cases if lockdown measures are further eased, as slated for May 17.
A boy wears a protective face shield during his visit to Suan Rod Fai, Thailand (Photo: //www.bangkokpost.com/)
Bangkok (VNA)- The Thai Government's COVID-19 pandemic advisory committee has warned that thecountry must be ready to cope with a possibleresurgence in COVID-19 cases if lockdown measures are further eased, as slated for May 17.
Thailand began the first phase of the lockdown easing on May 3, although the ordinanceon emergencies and the night curfew order are still valid until lateMay. The second phase of the four-phase process is expected to start on May 17 ifthe number of new COVID-19 cases does not increase.
Local media quoted Dr. Charas Suwanwela, chairman of the specialcommittee, saying that the government, businesses and ordinary citizensmust be prepared for an uptick in cases that might come after the relaxation ofthe lockdown, particularly the risk that it might overwhelm the health caresystem.
The doctor said Thailand has fared relatively well in dealing with the disease,with the death rate standing at 1.8 percent against much higher figures in Europe.
Despite this, he warned that the committee isconcerned about reports of a second wave of infections in countries which haveeased some of their restrictions.
The Southeast Asiannation has so far reported 3,004 COVID-19 cases, including 56 deaths. The numberof cured patients totaled 2,787./.
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A boy wears a protective face shield during his visit to Suan Rod Fai, Thailand (Photo: //www.bangkokpost.com/) 
