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On April 28, 2020 at 9:30 AM, Dr. Atchara Nuan Panich Spray Director of Nan Hospital Alert brothers and sisters Eliminate breeding grounds for Aedes Aedes Prevention and control of dengue fever Before the rains, the season of the outbreak of the world From the situation of dengue fever, as of April 7, 2020, 11 dengue patients who were admitted to Nan Hospital in 2020, separated into 5 cases of Phu District, and 3 Muang Nan District ( Nan municipality area 2 cases) Wiang Sa district 2 cases and Na Noi district 1 case
Nan Hospital is concerned about people’s health. Each year, there will be more people with dengue fever during the rainy season. (May-August) as well as during the epidemic situation of COVID-19. If accompanied by dengue fever Will make the treatment difficult More severe symptoms
At present, the outbreak of dengue fever is intensifying. And is no longer limited to children Dengue fever is common in people of all ages. It is therefore recommended to protect yourself from being bitten by mosquitoes by adhering to the 3 g principles:
- Prevent mosquito bites, including wearing light-colored clothing. Not in a dark, damp place, apply mosquito repellent.
- Not allowing mosquitoes to be born, including exploring and eliminating water that is a breeding ground for mosquitoes in the home And the surrounding house area And do it every day or at least once a week to make it a habit
- Take 3 measures to keep the house clean. Not to have a solid corner, is a mosquito island, collecting garbage, debris, container not to be a breeding ground for mosquitoes and water storage The water container must be completely closed to prevent mosquitoes from laying their eggs.
According to the information from the Ministry of Public Health The areas at high risk for the outbreak are mostly Muang districts. And a large city district Which is the location of educational institutions, government centers, tourist attractions The risk group was still school-aged 5-14 years, but the higher mortality risk group was adults aged 35 and over.
Nan Hospital Therefore asking people to use the opportunity while at home To prevent the spread of COVID-19 And prevent dengue fever along with By cleaning Eliminate breeding grounds for Aedes mosquitoes in the house And around the house Before entering the rainy season Which is the outbreak of dengue fever in 2020
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