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The tendency of dengue-malaria patients to increase in 2023 suggests how to cope and prevent mosquito bites easily by yourself.
The situation of dengue fever and malaria in Thailand in 2023 is likely to increase. According to the Department of Disease Control, Thailand has now found an increase in reports of mosquito-borne diseases, including dengue fever. and malaria
According to reports in 2022, 45,145 cumulative cases of dengue were found, which is 4.5 times more than in 2021, and 31 confirmed deaths were reported. Data from online malaria system in 2022 found 10,174 cumulative cases, 3 times higher than 2021 and is likely to continue to increase in 2023.
As a result of the rising trend of dengue and malaria cases, Pharmacist Weerachai Nalawachai Deputy Secretary-General of the Food and Drug Administration Recommend basic self-protection methods to be safe from such diseases. The most important thing is to be careful not to be bitten by mosquitoes.
One of the simple ways to prevent it is to use mosquito repellent products. which is either applied or sprayed on the skin It works by interfering with the mosquito’s sense of smell. therefore can be used to repel mosquitoes but cannot kill mosquitoes
For products used to repel mosquitoes. classified as hazardous substances used in households or in public health which is under the responsibility of the FDA
1. Mosquito repellent products containing DEET, ethyl butylacetyl aminopropionate, Icaridin must be approved. Registered by the FDA
- Should choose to buy products whose labels display the FDA registration number in the FDA mark frame and show the duration of protection against mosquitoes.
2. Mosquito repellent products with citronella oil It is an active ingredient in repelling mosquitoes. You do not need to request for registration, but you must report the facts about the product to the FDA.
How to buy and use mosquito repellent products correctly
- Choose to buy products that have a notification number displayed on the label.
- Using mosquito repellent products
- should be used with caution
- Read the label and follow the directions strictly.
- Store the product in a closed place away from children, food and pets.
- Keep the lid tightly closed and do not expose to sunlight, open flames or heat.
- do not eat
- Do not use in children under 4 years of age. Use only when necessary.
- Don’t use it regularly.
- Always wash your hands after using the product.
advice
Before use, allergy test should be performed. by applying or spraying at the crook of the arm Do not apply to soft tissue areas such as near the eyes, lips, eyelids, armpits, or wounds.
