Here’s a breakdown of the provided text, focusing on the key facts about disease monitoring and prevention in Bangkok:
Key Information:
Disease monitoring: The Medical Office (EPPO) in Bangkok is actively monitoring the spread of a “component’s disease” (likely referring too a specific disease, though the exact name is unclear in the translation) and “Pox Pox” (monkeypox-no-vaccine-or-protocol-in-2022/” title=”Mexico turns its back on …: no vaccine or protocol in 2022″>MPOX, or monkeypox).
Hospital Preparedness: All hospitals under Bangkok’s purview are instructed to prepare for the care of patients, including those in the ER and OPD, and in specialized clinics like STD, Skin Disease, and HIV clinics.
Disease Control Measures:
Confirmation and Investigation: If a patient is found, infection must be confirmed through the Disease Prevention Institute (Sor.). All diseases will be investigated.
Area Control: Efforts are being made to control the spread of disease in the area as quickly as possible.
Emerging Disease Control Center: Sirindhorn hospital has been assigned to open a new emerging disease control center to monitor information and manage the situation closely.
Isolation and Reporting: Suspected patients are to be separated instantly, and management and the Ministry of Public Health must be informed.
MPOX (Monkeypox) Prevention:
Transmission: The text highlights preventing the spread through close contact, hugging, kissing, and talking within 1 meter without a mask.
Observation: Individuals who have had close contact with suspected MPOX patients should observe themselves for initial symptoms for 21 days.
Symptoms: Symptoms to watch for include a rash with blisters, notably in the anus, around hands, feet, chest, face, mouth, and swollen lymph nodes in the groin.
Seeking Medical Help: If symptoms appear, individuals should seek examination at a nearby hospital immediately.
High-Risk Groups: People with low immunity or chronic diseases are at higher risk of serious complications like pneumonia or death.
Public Health Campaign:
Self-defense: The campaign emphasizes self-defense measures, including avoiding close contact with others outside the home, not sharing food or utensils, and avoiding promiscuity.
Awareness: People are encouraged to observe others for discomfort and to wear masks to reduce the risk of various diseases.
Risk Factors: risky behavior is linked to having sex with multiple partners and strangers.
Target Groups: EPPO is focusing on screening, treatment, and behavior change dialog for at-risk groups, including those in tourist attractions and the LGBTQ+ community in Bangkok.
Vaccination:
Limited Use: Vaccination against “pollution fever” (likely referring to MPOX or a related disease) is recommended only for individuals who work with risks, are in close contact with infected people or animals, or have been exposed.
Timing: Vaccination can be received up to 14 days after exposure.
Access to Healthcare:
Gender Health Clinics: there are 24 “Gender health clinic, Bangkok” locations available.
Telemedicine: Diagnosis can also be sought via Telemedicine through the “Bangkok Doctor” app.
* Contact Information: For more information, contact EPPO Bangkok at Tel. 1646 (24 hours).
In essence, the text describes a proactive public health response in Bangkok to monitor and control the spread of specific diseases, with a particular focus on MPOX. It outlines measures for hospitals, public awareness campaigns, and guidance on seeking medical attention and vaccination.
