Thailand reports two new coronavirus cases, bringing total to 37
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Passengers with protective masks wait for a flight at Suvarnabhumi airport in Bangkok, on Feb 24, 2020.
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BANGKOK (REUTERS) - Thailand confirmed two new cases of the coronavirus, a senior health official said, bringing the total infections in the country to 37.
Both of the new cases are Thai nationals, Mr Sukhum Kanchanapimai, the health ministry's permanent secretary told a news conference on Tuesday (Feb 25).
One patient is a female, 31, and has a family member with a history of travelling from China, Mr Sukhum said adding that officials are investigating the rest of the family.
"The second, is a 29-year-old male driver for Chinese tourists," he added.
A total of 22 patients have been discharged and 15 are still being treated.
