As information is published and forwarded on social media It stated that HIV-infected people were found in the Tap Tao Subdistrict, Thoeng District, Chiang Rai Province. There were as many as 80 people, causing panic among the people in the area and those who received such information.
The Sanook News editorial team has checked the facts to prevent the spread of fake news (Fake News).
Upon review of the latest data as of February 2026, it was found that the figures were significantly inaccurate from reality. The public health agency confirmed that the statistics were not true. and presents information that seriously misleads society.
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Information has been shared that 80 new people infected with HIV were found in Tap Tao Subdistrict, Thoeng District, Chiang Rai Province. Is it true?
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The Sanook News editorial team has checked the information with epidemiological reports and clarifications from relevant public health agencies. Found the fact that Information on the situation of people infected with HIV in Chiang Rai Province for the year 2026. There were only 24 new people infected in the entire province.
When considered separately by area Found that in Thoeng District There were only 5 new people infected with HIV, and an in-depth examination did not find any reports of infected people in Tap Tao Subdistrict as claimed. The information being forwarded is therefore a fabrication with no statistical basis to support it.
The Chiang Rai Provincial Public Health Office issued a statement stating that The spread of this false information affects the image of the area. and create stigma (Stigma) for people in the community Including causing misunderstandings about the HIV situation, which can currently be managed and treated if entered into the medical system correctly. He also asked for cooperation from the people to stop forwarding such messages to reduce panic.
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Information stating that 80 people were found infected with HIV in Tap Tao Subdistrict is fake news. Such information is baseless and completely contradicts epidemiological reports.
