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For those of you who need to travel to a foreign country in the next three months and have completed two shots of Covid-19 vaccine, you can apply for a Certificate of Immunisation, otherwise known as the Covid Yellow Book.

Nice - you have to travel into a Covid riddled red zone to get one!

Not sure why its in English though, as there are probably only 13 farangs in Thailand that have had both shots.

buksida wrote: ↑Wed Jul 21, 2021 10:10 am Nice - you have to travel into a Covid riddled red zone to get one!

I thought exactly the same thing when I posted it yesterday. Not just a one stop shop either.

Thailand's Vaccine Tracker (July 21, 2021)

About 5.31% of the population is fully vaccinated. 11,292,579 (+225,061) people have received the first dose, while 3,512,541 (+32,815) have been fully inoculated. At this rate, Thailand needs to administer 578,934 doses per day within 165 days to reach the herd immunity target by the year's end.

Opinion: The term "herd immunity" now is similar to pissing in the wind as far as I'm concerned. With different variants constantly emerging it's never going to be reached, until new variants stop emerging.

^^ Would that herd immunity be for the original virus or for the Delta variant which is apparently much more transmissible?

Not the best start for the Sinovac/AZ plan:

Female tutor, 39, who got AstraZeneca as 2nd jab after Sinovac, dies

https://www.nationthailand.com/news/40003542

Big Boy wrote: ↑Wed Jul 21, 2021 2:48 pm Not the best start for the Sinovac/AZ plan:

Female tutor, 39, who got AstraZeneca as 2nd jab after Sinovac, dies

https://www.nationthailand.com/news/40003542

[Mod Edit] Comment removed. We allowed you to have your say yesterday. Scaremongering is against the law. I am sure people are big enough to make their own decisions.

The dead woman’s husband, Saksit Dujwan, 44, said both he and his wife received AstraZeneca as their second jab on Monday after previously being given Sinovac as the first jab.

Saksit explained that his wife had high blood pressure and was taking medication for it.

He said that before the vaccination, medics confirmed her condition would put her in danger if she was administered the vaccine.

Once again the headline doesn't reflect the story.

It takes 14 days for the vaccine to work after the 1st shot. Not sure how this would be classified as it's a mix with sinovac.

14 days to give protection against Covid, but I don't think they're saying this had anything to do with Covid. The suggestion is this is an adverse reaction to the vaccine. However, we don't know the real reason for her death yet.

To me, the most damning part of the piece is, "Medics confirmed her condition would put her in danger if she was administered the vaccine." If they knew that, surely they were negligent administering the vaccine. If they were under orders to administer the vaccine regardless, then whoever issued the order is negligent.

Big Boy wrote: ↑Wed Jul 21, 2021 6:09 pm 14 days to give protection against Covid, but I don't think they're saying this had anything to do with Covid. The suggestion is this is an adverse reaction to the vaccine. However, we don't know the real reason for her death yet.

To me, the most damning part of the piece is, "Medics confirmed her condition would put her in danger if she was administered the vaccine." If they knew that, surely they were negligent administering the vaccine. If they were under orders to administer the vaccine regardless, then whoever issued the order is negligent.

AFAIK there are no mandatory forced vaccinations (yet) so I would guess that she opted for the vaccination even after being told the risks.

The British embassy has put out a new vaccination update. It tries to provide as much detail as is currently available, but succeeds mainly in painting a picture of chaos and confusion…,

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· The British Embassy’s objective remains to secure equitable access to vaccines for British nationals across Thailand (particularly the most vulnerable) within the national vaccination programme. The previous Ambassador to Thailand spoke to Thai authorities about this issue several times, including when he has met the Prime Minister. The British Ambassador designate continues to discuss this with them.

· The Thai government confirmed on 19th July they will ensure equal access to vaccines for all foreign nationals residing in Thailand, as well as Thai nationals. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is working with the Ministry of Public to open an online platform for foreigners who wish to be vaccinated. More details will be announced in due course.

· There are now various limited opportunities for foreigners to get vaccinated in Thailand and more are planned. People are getting vaccines (including 4000 BNs so far, according to Thai authorities) but in many areas there are limited supplies and registration and vaccination programmes have been temporarily suspended. In the areas most affected by COVID-19 there is increasing pressure on medical services. You may find it difficult to access COVID-19 testing and medical care.

· The CCSA has confirmed that foreigners in Thailand should not contact their Embassy to register for a vaccine. If a hospital advises you to contact the Embassy to register you should explain this to them.

· Some private hospitals are accepting registrations for the Moderna vaccine, which is expected to be available from October. You may need to pay in advance.

· The only vaccines that have been approved and procured for use in Thailand are AstraZeneca, Sinovac and Sinopharm. You may not be able to choose which you receive. You should contact the hospital or vaccination centre for more information.

· Foreigners in Bangkok can register for a COVID test at the Thai-Japanese Stadium, Bangkok via the Thai social security website. You will need to provide your passport details.
· Pharmacists are now selling rapid antigen tests for COVID-19.
Registration For Vaccines

· The Ministry of Public Health states foreign residents residing in provinces outside Bangkok, should contact their provincial health authorities or provincial hospitals for a vaccine.

· Foreigners who have been granted a visa under the BOI Single Window, as well as Smart Visa holders can register for a COVID vaccination via this website. Registration is open until 16:30 on 23rd July.
Vaccination will begin on 26th July at the following locations:
1. Paolo Hospital Chokchai 4 (Bangkok)
2. Ladprao General Hospital (Bangkok)
3. Chularat 3 International Hospital (Samut Prakan)
4. Chularat 9 Airport Hospital (Samut Prakan)
5. Chularat Cholvaej Hospital (Chonburi)
6. Chularat Rayong Hospital (Rayong)
A service fee of 150 baht per dose will be charged directly by the hospital.

· British Nationals who are at least 60 years old with one of 7 stated chronic illnesses and all employees of British Chamber of Commerce Thailand member companies operating in dark red zones can register interest to receive a vaccine via this website

· Bangkok

Foreigners over the age of 60 or with certain health conditions are eligible to pre-register for a vaccine with the following hospitals:

Phayathai 2 Hospital: http://phyathai2international.com/; pre-registration: 12-16 July, 09.00-12.00 hours; Vaccination: 19-30 July 2021 (except weekends)

Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital: registration is currently closed. Registration will be open again in August.

Siriraj Hospital: foreigners with medical records can register via the Siriraj Connect app (available via Google Play and Apple stores). Registration is limited to 100 per day and is only available to those aged over 59 years 10 months and with certain health conditions. More info at 024197000. Vaccination is anticipated to take place 12-31 July.

Foreigners over the age of 75 can receive a vaccine without an appointment at Bang Sue Grand Station every day between 09:00 and 16:00. You will need to present your passport along with provide proof of residence, such as a visa, home ownership, work permit. Please note there is a daily limit for this service.

Foreigners aged 60 and over who reside in Bangkok, Nakhon Pathom, Nonthaburi, Pathum Thani, Samut Prakarn, Samut Sakhon can register for a vaccine via this link. Vaccination will take place at Bangsue Grand Station.

· Phuket

Registration for all foreigners in Phuket opened on Wednesday 16th June. You can register via the Phuket Win website. You will need to provide evidence that you live in Phuket. For more information about vaccinations in Phuket, you can telephone the Phuket Provincial Health Office hotline on 0945938876 and 0622435116 or via Line @phuketwin.

· Chiang Mai

Registration for vaccinations for foreign nationals residing in Chiang Mai opened on 28th
May. You can register for a vaccine by downloading an application form from the Chiang Mai Provincial Office website or directly here. For more information about vaccinations in Chiang Mai, you can contact the Chiang Mai Provincial Health Office www.chiangmaihealth.go.th or the Consular Co-ordinator Ben Svasti Thomson via email covidcommcm@gmail.com.

· Hua Hin

Registration for vaccines has been temporarily suspended. Hua Hin Hospital have advised foreigners to keep checking their Facebook page for further announcements.

For those who have already registered via the MorProm app or whose appointments have been postponed, Hua Hin Hospital have advised you should monitor their Facebook page for updates.

· Koh Samui / Koh Phangnan / Koh Tao

Foreigners can register for a vaccine at Koh Samui hospital until 6th August for vaccination on 8th August. To register, you will need to provide the following documents:
7. A copy of your passport
8. House rental agreement with house owners ID, signed by the owner
9. Non-Thai ID card (Koh Samui only)
10. Work permit
11. Bank book
12. A certificate from your employer or local hospital

· Pattaya

Foreigners with a Pink ID card and Yellow house book can register for the Sinopharm vaccine via the Pattaya Ready registration site from 09:00 – 15:00 daily. You must have been resident in Pattaya for at least one year.

Existing patients of Bangkok Hospital Pattaya can complete a survey to help the hospital determine the need for the Moderna vaccine and register details. Please complete the survey before 22 July 2021 via this website. If a vaccine is secured, you will be contacted via the telephone number provided.

· Khon Kaen

Foreigners can register for a vaccine via their main district public hospital or at Srinagarind Khon Kaen hospital, Regional health Promotion Centre 7 and Khon Kaen hospital.

· Buriram

Foreigners with a pink ID card can register via the MorProm app or your local hospital. If you do not have a pink ID card, you can register with your local hospital. You will need to take a copy of your passport, address in Thailand and contact details. We have been assured that the vaccination schedule has been arranged on a first-come first-served basis.

· KamphaengPhet

We have been advised by the Provincial Public Health Office that foreigners are able to register for vaccine at any public hospital in Kamphaengphet Province.
If you are employed in Kamphaengphet Province your employer may be able to register on your behalf. You should therefore speak directly with your employer.
For more information, you can contact the Khampangphet provincial public health office vaccine hotline on 093 111 8593.

· Sa Kaeo

You can register for a vaccine by contacting the eligibility verification unit at Sa Kaeo Crown Prince Hospital with the following documents:
1. Your passport
2. ID card of your spouse (if not married, the house owners ID can be used)
3. Marriage certificate
4. House registration book
5. Letter explaining that you are currently residing in Sa Kaeo
6. Social security card

· Rayong

Foreigners living in Rayong can register for vaccine via https://ระยองสู้โควิด.com. You can receive the vaccine at one of these 6 hospitals:
1. Rayong hospital
2. Memorial Hospital Sirindhorn
3. Banchang hospital
4. Klaeng Hospital
5. Wang Chan Hospital
6. Ban Khai hospital

sateeb wrote:

Big Boy wrote: ↑Wed Jul 21, 2021 6:09 pm 14 days to give protection against Covid, but I don't think they're saying this had anything to do with Covid. The suggestion is this is an adverse reaction to the vaccine. However, we don't know the real reason for her death yet.

To me, the most damning part of the piece is, "Medics confirmed her condition would put her in danger if she was administered the vaccine." If they knew that, surely they were negligent administering the vaccine. If they were under orders to administer the vaccine regardless, then whoever issued the order is negligent.

AFAIK there are no mandatory forced vaccinations (yet) so I would guess that she opted for the vaccination even after being told the risks.

When I went to HHH for my vaccination they said they would not vaccinate anyone with systolic more than 160.

Yes, of course this is all hearsay, and I'm sure her husband is feeling very aggrieved, so maybe putting his own spin on it.

If the medics did actually tell her that she would be in danger, I can't see them continuing without getting the lady to sign a disclaimer. However, danger is a strong word (press talk??), and I just can't see them normally continuing.

hhinner, if your systolic had been >160 was it a straight refusal, or were there options? Maybe you don't know if your systolic was behaving .

Vaccines for Brits abroad.
Petition the UK government here...

https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/586772