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Thailand Faces Covid Surge Amid Rainy Season Return

6/6/2025

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Thailand is grappling with a significant spike in Covid-19 cases, recording 28,294 new infections in early June. This surge, attributed to the rainy season and the return of students to classrooms, is driven by the highly transmissible XEC variant, which typically results in mild symptoms. Health officials are emphasizing the importance of preventive measures, particularly for vulnerable populations, as hospitalizations remain manageable. Tragically, the death toll for 2025 has reached 69.

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Thailand is grappling with a significant spike in Covid-19 cases, recording 28,294 new infections in early June. This surge, attributed to the rainy season and the return of students to classrooms, is driven by the highly transmissible XEC variant, which typically results in mild symptoms. Health officials are emphasizing the importance of preventive measures, particularly for vulnerable populations, as hospitalizations remain manageable. Tragically, the death toll for 2025 has reached 69.