Do you plan a trip to Thailand? Think again: Covid-19 sees big leap; 4.76 lakh total cases in 2025 so far | Today news

Do you plan a trip to Thailand? Think again. Covid-19 cases had a big leap over the country over the past week. According to the latest update, 76.161 new infections and another 40 deaths have been reported. This data, from May 24 to June 14, comes from the Department of Disease Control (DDC). So far in 2025, the country has recorded more than 4.76 Lakh total cases, Bangkok Post reports. Of the recent cases, more than 72,000 patients were admitted to hospitals, while approximately 4,000 were treated as outpatients. The death toll reached 154 this year. Bangkok (17.945), Chon Buri (3,315), Nakhon Ratchasima (3.027), Chiang Mai (2,678) and Rayong (1.775) were the five provinces that hit the worst. The elderly population (60+) is still the greatest danger, with 14.757 cases. Groups in the working period were also affected. There are 14,561 cases in the 30-39 group and 13.889 in the 20-29 group. Experts blame a high social activity for the distribution. Weekly graphs show that infection rates are still climbing. Health experts in Thailand have warned people not to take Covid-19 lightly. In the past four weeks it has caused 116 deaths, 29 times more than seasonal flu. The Ministry of Health recommends that you wear masks in crowds, wash hands and get booster shots. These measures are especially recommended for high -risk groups. Thailand Tourism Thailand’s tourism industry, once hit hard by Covid-19, is now bouncing back. In 2019, nearly 40 million tourists visited, while the country welcomed 35 million in 2024, with a strong recovery. Visitors from China, Europe and the US are back, aided by the government’s efforts to increase travel. Bangkok alone saw 32.4 million tourists. On average, each tourist spends $ 167 a day and remains 9 days, according to GowithGuide. Tourism added $ 48.45 billion in 2019 to the GDP of Thailand, which accounts for 8.9% of the economy. Alert in Malaysia in Malaysia sees doctors more people interested in being vaccinated or taking booster doses again. Older people and those with health risks are particularly interested. This happens because Covid-19 cases in nearby countries such as Thailand and Singapore are increasing. “Malaysians are encouraged to practice … good hygiene, masks in overcrowded or fenced spaces and seek medical help as symptoms develop,” Dr Parmjit Singh said.