Department of Disease Control would like to publish “Weekly Prognosis and Health Threats”
No. 13/2023 of the week 14 (9 – 15 April 2023)
“According to the surveillance of the Department of Disease Control from January 1 to April 6, 2023, the situation of contagious diseases led by Aedes aegypti mosquitoes. (dengue fever, fever, joint pain, mosquito bites and Zika virus infection data) Data from the surveillance system found that 1) 10,439 cumulative dengue fever patients, 11 deaths. The number of patients tends to be higher than the median over the past 5 years. The highest morbidity rate was found in the southern region (27.59 per population). hundred thousand people) found mostly in the age group 15-24 years old (22.60%) 2) fever, joint pain, mosquito bites There were 381 cumulative cases. The number of cases in this phase was higher than the median in the past 5 years and was 4.65 times higher than this period in the previous year. It was reported in all regions of Thailand, mostly in the central region. Most common in the age group 45-54 years old (21.78 %) and 3) Zika virus infection. There were 42 cumulative cases. The most common age group was 45-54 years old (26.19%). The number of patients was higher than the median for the past 3 years and was higher than the period Jan.-Mar. in the previous year. 8.40 times
In mid-April there will be the Songkran Festival with a lot of people traveling. Including the weather forecast also found that during April 2023, there may be summer storms that cause rain in some areas, which may create more mosquito breeding sites.
“This week’s prognosis and health threats are expected to continue until after Songkran, there may be an increase in cases of 3 Aedes aegypti-borne diseases. and may be found in new areas By importing from patients who traveled from the area where the outbreak was originally
The Department of Disease Control therefore recommends people to prevent mosquito bites by sleeping with mosquito nets or in a room with mosquito nets attached. put on clothes that cover apply mosquito repellent lotion use mosquito coils as well as preventing mosquito breeding By adhering to the principle of “3 keep, 3 diseases prevention”, namely: 1) Keep the house clear and free from mosquitoes. Store clothes in a tidy closet. 2) Keep garbage and scrap containers from being a breeding ground, such as scraps of containers scattered around the house, such as shells, cans, plastic bags, should be discarded or filled with soil to prevent waterlogging. old tires can be adapted for use or sold to establishments And finally, 3) keep the water source completely closed, change the water every week to prevent mosquitoes from laying eggs. Always change the water every 7 days, such as a vase of fresh flowers. Buddha altar vase Potted plant pots Ornamental plants Put ordinary sand in a saucer of plant pots to absorb water.
However, people should observe their own symptoms and their family members. Especially adults and the elderly with chronic underlying diseases. If there is an acute high fever Fever lasting more than 2 days, fatigue, headache, aches and pains, loss of appetite, redness of the face, rash may appear on the arms, legs, or crooked joints, see a doctor for appropriate treatment. and an emphasis on not buying drugs to eat by yourself Some fever-reducing drugs can cause more severe symptoms and bleeding. Treatment is more difficult to the point of death. for pharmacies and clinics Patients suspected of dengue fever should be advised. go to the hospital for treatment If you have any questions, you can ask for more information at Department of Disease Control Hotline 1422
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Information from: SAT Team / Bureau of Risk Communication, Department of Disease Control
April 11, 2023
