Provincial Health Office Holds Meeting to Address Dengue Fever Epidemic in Nan Province

Provincial Health Office in Nan held a meeting to deal with the dengue fever epidemic. After the number of patients ranked second in the country, it was found that the area with the most outbreaks was Chiang Klang District, with over a hundred cases. Doctors recommended destroying mosquito breeding sites. wear light-colored clothes Do not stay in a dark, damp place, apply mosquito repellent to prevent mosquito bites.

On June 9, 2023 at the Nan Provincial Public Health Office Dr. Warinthep Chuasamran, Doctor of Public Health in Nan Province Reveal information about the outbreak of dengue fever. last rainy season worrisome situation Found the second-ranked patient in the country. “Dengue Fever” is a disease caused by dengue virus infection (DENGUE VIRUS) which is transmitted by mosquitoes. It is often found in tropical countries. and epidemic during the rainy season of every year

According to the epidemic program information as of May 31, 2023, dengue patients were found in the first 5 provinces in Thailand with high morbidity rates, namely No. 1, Trat Province, No. 2, Nan Province (Song Kwae District and Thung Chang District), No. 3 Chanthaburi Province, No. 4 Mae Hong Son Province and No. 5 Rayong Province by Nan Province It was found that the area with the most outbreaks at present is Chiang Klang, where more than a hundred cases were found in one village.

Dr. Apichit Satawornwiwat, Director of Chiang Klang Hospital and a medical expert in epidemiology said that for the Chiang Klang District area, which is an area with high outbreaks There are more than 80 cases in one village, and sporadic outbreaks have been found in many villages. Chiang Klang Hospital has adjusted the original COVID patient room. It is a place to support treatment. by blocking the zone and spread a mosquito net for the patient all the time To prevent mosquitoes from biting patients and then continue to bite others

In the past, patients were treated for dengue hemorrhagic fever with the most severe symptom being vomiting blood. At present, symptomatic treatment has been provided until it is safe. but still under medical supervision However, from the disclosure of information from the patient, it was revealed that he was suffering from dengue fever. having severe symptoms and suffering more than being sick with COVID-19 Many times, the most common symptoms were high fever of 39-40 degrees for 2-7 days, bleeding symptoms. (nosebleeds scurvy There are bleeding spots all over the body), enlarged liver (pressure on the right rib), shock, loss of consciousness.

from a survey of a village in Chiang Klang District There is an outbreak of dengue hemorrhagic fever. Interesting information is that the location of the said village is near the forest. With dry leaves causing rain to fall, water remains in the leaves, causing mosquitoes to lay eggs. The area around the village is an agricultural area with rubber and bamboo plantations. Rubber leaves fall and there is water in the leaves, causing mosquitoes to lay eggs. For Phai Lue, the stems are cut and sold. But the joints of the cut stumps are filled with water, making them a good breeding ground for mosquitoes.

And problems in controlling the disease in many areas and many districts caused delays. due to many The hospital was transferred to the Provincial Administrative Organization. causing disease control to be made in writing requesting cooperation from public health to the Provincial Administrative Organization Issuing a letter asking for cooperation from the original order Including confusion in the use of budget because the hospital is an agency under the Provincial Administrative Organization, but the area belongs to the Subdistrict Administrative Organization.

Dr. Warinthep Chuasamran, Doctor of Public Health in Nan Province Let’s notify the public. To protect yourself from dengue fever, prevent mosquito bites, including wearing light-colored clothing. Do not stay in a dark, damp place, apply mosquito repellent to prevent mosquitoes from spawning, for example, exploring and eliminating water sources that are breeding grounds for mosquitoes both inside the house. And around the house and do it every day or at least once a week to make it a habit. Take measures 3 to keep, including keeping the house clean. Do not have a solid corner that is a place for mosquitoes to rest, collect garbage, scraps from containers that do not become a breeding ground for mosquitoes, and collect water. Water containers must be completely covered to prevent mosquitoes from laying eggs. To prevent illness from dengue fever.