Anutin emphasizes that the gold card is always evolving. in both normal and critical conditions

The existence of the National Health Security System, or the Gold Card, or the 30 baht treatment for all diseases, is meant to ensure that Anyone with Thai nationality Must have at least 1 right to medical treatment If the civil servant rights are not exercised or social security There is still a gold card as a guarantee to create peace of mind that No one will go bankrupt from medical treatment.

In the past few years, it has been a huge challenge for the gold card system. Because they have to manage and take care of people’s medical care during the Covid-19 crisis. At the same time, other benefits need to be developed. non covid-19 so that people can get better health services as well

Anutin Charnvirakul Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Public Health (MOPH) discussed this issue interestingly in the list. “Talk about home talk about the city Discuss everything with the Minister” on the Thai radio station on June 11, 2022.

Anutin pointed out that Gold patents are another strength of the Thai public health system. Having universal health coverage makes it possible to control the spread of COVID-19. And keeping the mortality rate low in the past two years is another factor that has given the world community confidence in its success in dealing with the COVID-19 situation. outbreak in Thailand

Anutin said about the principles of managing health systems in the event of an outbreak that Use the idea that no one is safe until everyone is safe. by-product Not just being able to take care of the people in terms of medical expenses only. but to reduce inequality Thai people, whether they are poor or poor But if it is a matter of medical care, it must be taken care of fully. in the past It can be seen that the gold card system is constantly assessing and adapting to the situation, for example during the COVID-19 situation. The state must come and take care of medical care for all brothers and sisters. when the germs mutate have severe symptoms Everyone had to be hospitalized, but now the strain of COVID-19 has changed to the fast-transfecting omikron. but the symptoms are not severe People can still roam around. No need to be hospitalized, the MOPH and the National Health Security Office (NHSO) have adjusted the method of home isolation care, tele medicine treatments are available, calling for symptoms from health personnel and sending medicines to them. house This allows the infected person to lead a normal life at home. As well as resulting in hospitals to have beds for people who are really sick. Make the hospital bed occupancy rate of COVID-19 patients Currently below 20 percent, ventilator use is still large enough to accommodate emergency situations. These are constant adaptations during the recent pandemic.

Anutin said that in addition to managing in a crisis situation The health insurance system has been continuously developed, especially the increase in the right to treat various diseases. In the past, there were many diseases that were not covered. There are many activities where patients still have to spend their own money on medical care. But since this government has taken over the state affairs since mid-2019, it has tried to close the loopholes. improve rights and welfare come continuously For example, dialysis rights in the past were free only for those who received peritoneal dialysis. and those who meet the criteria for hemodialysis but if choosing hemodialysis without qualifying Will pay 1,500 baht per time, usually 2-3 times per week. One month people have to spend almost 20,000 baht, not including travel expenses. food expenses very burdensome

“When you still have to spend money The doctor in charge of the dialysis clinic told me that if I didn’t rush to do these things. There will be people who will die for not being able to burden or earn money to take care of their own dialysis. After listening, I immediately discussed with the Secretary-General of the NHSO and presented to the NHSO committee. NHSO unanimously resolved immediately approved that From now on, all Thai people suffering from chronic renal failure You can choose the method of dialysis that is suitable for yourself. It is not compulsory that peritoneal dialysis is the only first choice. If choosing hemodialysis was able to use the health insurance service system without any cost smile more better quality of life The willpower to live has clearly increased. This comes from leaving the area and hearing the problem, which I am very happy to be involved in pushing for free dialysis and can increase the happiness of the people,” said Anutin.

In addition, free dialysis NHSO also pays attention to the elderly and bedridden patients. From now on, diaper welfare will be provided for those people to have a better quality of life. less burden on caregivers because if in good health and hygiene Elderly bed-ridden patients will not be a burden to caregivers. not a burden from society and most importantly Infection, illness with other side effects that comes from the uncleanness of the environment will be reduced as well as cancer Cancer can now be treated anywhere. in the past year The Ministry of Public Health has invested in the world’s largest radiation device. Radiation machines are now available throughout the country. Patients can go for radiation therapy. with various chemotherapy in every hospital Wherever you are in Thailand Helping many people’s brothers and sisters.

“This is an example of a gold patent that has added benefits to make it more convenient for people. Collect every pill to give people confidence. have stability in their own health and ensuring that the health of the people’s brothers and sisters is taken care of by the state” Anutin say