Coronavirus Threat Hurts Medical Tourism in Thailand

Fear spreads as coronavirus continues to cause distress and anxiety.

As even more Chinese cities lock down their populations surrounding countries try to contain the spread of coronavirus. Thailand sees 11 million Chinese travellers a year and has been described as one of the countries most at risk.

The addiction treatment and medical sector in Thailand is experiencing reduced demand from overseas as patients take a ‘wait and see’ approach. While the risk is minimal the mainstream media around the world drive fear among the general population.

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has warned against spreading panic saying: “You can burn anything you like, but do not burn your own country—burning it with distortion, with fake news. I am not quarrelling with you, but I must warn you.”