Understanding and Preventing Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)

On 13 February 2020, Khon Kaen Ram Hospital provided information about the COVID-19 outbreak

to police officers and police cadets at the Provincial Police Region 4 Training Center in Khon Kaen. The session was titled “Understanding and Preventing Coronavirus Disease 2019.”

The hospital team was led by Dr. Paiboon Piyabanditkul, Director of Quality, together with nurses and staff. Police Major General Surasak Natthawil, Commander of the Provincial Police Region 4 Training Center,

led more than 1,000 officers and cadets in the session. Its aim was to help participants prepare for, monitor, and prevent the spread of COVID-19.

The team also explained correct mask use and demonstrated the six steps of handwashing recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) to reduce germs on the hands that can cause illness.