Bed occupancy still below 50% despite Omicron surge in Thailand
More than 50% of Thailand’s hospital beds are still available despite the surge in Omicron cases, the Department of Medical Services reports.
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More than 50% of Thailand’s hospital beds are still available despite the surge in Omicron cases, the Department of Medical Services reports.
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