In the country – advice about people suffering from disease and epidemics in areas affected by floods See a doctor immediately – ask for advice on the line of the Department of Disease Control 1422

Advice for people suffering from diseases in flooded areas See a doctor immediately – ask for advice on the Disease Control Department hotline 1422

7 August 2024 Ms Kanika Aunjit, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office, said that heavy rain had continued in many areas at this time. Due to flash floods and flash floods. The government, led by Prime Minister Settha Thavisin, wants the public to follow information from the government department closely. To prepare for an evacuation plan If there is a risk of flooding Regarding the Disease Control Department The Ministry of Public Health, through Minister Somsak Thepsuthin, is concerned about people’s health. in flood areas Suggest ways to take care of yourself to prevent illness.

Ms. Kanika also said that the group of diseases that come with floods are respiratory diseases such as flu and pneumonia or diseases that are transmitted through food and water. such as food poisoning and diarrhoea) as well as various infectious diseases such as leptospirosis, athlete’s foot, conjunctivitis and dengue fever. Therefore, people in the affected areas are asked to wash their hands regularly, eat hot, clean and fresh food always, please be careful about possible risks such as drowning, electrocution, electric shock, and poisonous insect bites. which often happens during floods

Ms Kanika also said that the government would like to ask people to protect themselves and those around them by washing their hands and feet with soap and water frequently and showering to clean their bodies immediately after for them to work or walk in water. Avoid walking barefoot through water. If wading through water is necessary Wear boots or bring a clean plastic bag. Use them to prevent your feet from touching the water directly. And if you have children in your care Don’t let children play in the water alone. Because you can drown and help will not be available in time. You can also get it from contaminated water. it can make you sick

However, if you have a high fever, headache, and body aches. Hurry up and see a doctor immediately. You can ask for more information at the Disease Control Department Hotline, call 1422