Ministry of Health reminds people to proactively prevent and fight Covid-19

In the 28 days to April 27, 2025, the world recorded 25,463 cases of Covid-19 (down 56.9%), the number of deaths related to Covid-19 decreased by 37.9% compared to the previous 28 days. Brazil is the country with the highest number of cases in the past 28 days with more than 7,000 cases, followed by the UK with more than 5,000 cases.

From January 1, 2025 to May 10, 2025, Thailand recorded 53,676 Covid-19 infections and 16 deaths. In Bangkok alone, the highest number of infections was 16,723 cases, peaking in the week from April 27, 2025 to May 3, 2025 with 14,349 cases, including 2 deaths.

Chon Buri (1,177 cases), Nonthaburi (866 cases) and Rayong (553 cases) provinces also recorded significant numbers of cases. In the recent week from 4 to 10 May 2025, the number of new cases detected decreased to 12,453 cases.

The increase in Covid-19 cases in Thailand is related to the increase of the XBB.1.16 sub-variant in Thailand. According to the Thai Ministry of Public Health , although the number of Covid-19 cases has increased recently, Thai people are advised not to worry too much because this is a disease circulating in Thailand and most cases only have mild symptoms.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the Omicron sub-variant XBB.1.16 has emerged since 2023, is capable of spreading rapidly but there is no evidence of causing more severe symptoms and there is currently no new warning for Covid-19 globally.

In Vietnam, from the beginning of 2025 to now, there have been 148 sporadic cases recorded in 27 provinces and cities, with no deaths. Of which, Ho Chi Minh City (34 cases), Hanoi (19), Hai Phong (21), Bac Ninh (14), Nghe An (17), Quang Ninh (6), Bac Giang (4), Binh Duong (4), 19 other provinces and cities recorded 1 to 2 cases/locality.

Vietnam has not recorded any concentrated outbreaks, but there has been a slight increase in the past 3 weeks, with an average of 20 cases/week.

The Ministry of Health assessed that globally, the number of cases and deaths due to Covid-19 is on a downward trend; the rapid increase in the number of Covid-19 infections in Thailand coincides with the time and incubation period after the traditional New Year, most likely due to an increase in large gatherings and the increase of the XBB.1.16 sub-variant.

In Vietnam, Covid-19 is a common disease. With the high level of interaction and travel of Vietnamese people during the April 30 and May 1 holidays, it is not impossible to rule out the possibility of an increase in cases in our country in the coming time; however, there may not be an increase in severe cases due to variants of the Covid-19 virus.

The Omicron sub-variant XBB.1.16 has been around since 2023, is highly transmissible but has not been shown to cause more severe symptoms, and the WHO currently has no new global warning for Covid-19.

In the face of the Covid-19 epidemic, the Ministry of Health has proactively strengthened supervision and closely monitored the Covid-19 situation, strengthened the implementation of epidemic prevention and control measures at medical facilities and in the community; ready to admit, provide emergency care, and effectively treat cases of the disease, especially high-risk groups (pregnant women, people with underlying diseases, the elderly, etc.), and prevent deaths.

The Ministry of Health said it will continue to coordinate with WHO to closely monitor the Covid-19 epidemic situation in the world and propose appropriate and effective disease prevention and control measures.

To proactively prevent and control Covid-19, the Ministry of Health continues to recommend that people take the following measures:

1. Wear a mask in public places, on public transport, and at medical facilities.

2. Limit gathering in crowded places (if not necessary).

3. Wash your hands frequently with clean water, soap or antiseptic solution.

4. Increase physical activity, physical training, and proper nutrition.

5. If you have a fever, cough, or difficulty breathing, you must immediately go to the nearest medical facility for examination, monitoring, and timely treatment...

Source: https://nhandan.vn/bo-y-te-luu-y-nguoi-dan-chu-dong-phong-chong-covid-19-post879556.html