Thursday 6 July 2023, 6:00 a.m.
frightened of smallpox monkeys
June’s total illness 48
Bangkok found the most
Government to reduce risk
The number of “monkey pox” patients in June rose to 48 cases, Bangkok found the highest number of 38 cases, the government accelerated public relations. Principles for self-defense advice to avoid risky behavior If you’ve been in close contact with a stranger or a person with smallpox Observe the symptoms for 21 days.
On July 5, Mr. Anucha Burapachaisri, Deputy Secretary-General to the Prime Minister for Political Affairs performs duties. A spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office said that from the case that the Department of Disease Control stated that smallpox was an emerging infectious disease in Thailand. First patient found As of July 2022, there are currently 91 cases reported in Thailand and the trend continues to increase. by in june only one month 48 new cases were reported, which is 2.3 times more than the total of 21 cases in May, 41 Thais, 7 foreigners, mostly in Bangkok (38 cases) and 3 in Samut Prakan Province. Chonburi, Nonthaburi, 2 cases per province, Samut Sakhon, Phuket, Pathum Thani, 1 case per province, 48 cases, among men who have sex with men. And a history of HIV infection (22 cases, representing 45.8% of cases in June 2023), most of them had risk factors from unprotected sex. or having sex with an unknown stranger before getting sick
Mr. Anucha went on to say that the Department of Disease Control confirmed that there were no patients with severe symptoms yet. or died by last month new smallpox patient Almost half of them are HIV-infected. This disease can be prevented. by avoiding close contact with the patient or people suspected of being infected with smallpox Avoid close contact with people who have rashes, blisters or pus. Refrain from having sex with unknown strangers. Avoid being in crowded places, including recommending frequent hand washing. Do not share personal belongings with others and can check the initial symptoms by yourself.
If there is a rash / blisters in the genital area, anus, mouth or body and had a history of close contact, intimate contact, or having sex with suspected smallpox or smallpox patients Including caregivers of suspected patients or smallpox while sick to observe after touching the patient inside 21 days and avoid touching pregnant women Children under 12 years of age or those who are immunocompromised if they have fever, headache, muscle aches or back pain, enlarged lymph nodes such as behind the ears, neck, groin, sore throat, nasal congestion or cough, rash or blisters or blisters. Pus builds up in the genital area, anus, or around the hands, feet, chest, face, or mouth area. to be examined at a health facility or hospital By notifying symptoms and risk history immediately
The situation of the smallpox epidemic has increased dramatically in a month’s time. This reflects risky behaviors that lead to transmission among males of reproductive age. Especially the group of men who have sex with men. The Department of Disease Control therefore asks for cooperation in networks that work closely with the public, such as private hospitals and clinics. civil society organizations Health establishments, such as spas, saunas, help publicize and educate. and advice on observing smallpox symptoms for the public to create knowledge correct understanding and prevention of smallpox for targeted people at risk
Mr. Anucha said that the Department of Disease Control emphasized that smallpox It can be prevented by avoiding close contact with the patient’s skin and not sharing items. In addition to wearing a condom when having sex. Notice the pustules in areas where there is a chance of skin contact. In order to prevent the risk of infection from exposure, the Department of Disease Control has instructed HIV treatment clinics to increase communication of smallpox prevention measures regularly, along with other health care matters. Most of these diseases can be cured by themselves. But severe cases can be found in children with personal health problems such as immune deficiency. or have complications can be examined at a health service facility hospital near home Or at the Urban Disease Prevention and Control Institute, Department of Disease Control, telephone number 0 2521 1668 and Bang Rak Medical Center Building, Department of Disease Control, telephone number 0 2286 0431, or ask for more information at the Department of Disease Control hotline 1422.
2023-07-05 23:00:00
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