Warning to RSV coming back to the winter epidemic Emphasize parents to take care of children closely

Department of Disease Control expected this period to find RSV patients continuously. Especially in the northeast and north Because it is in winter

Today (29 Dec ’20) Department of Disease Control, Prognosis and Disease Weekly No. 292, Weekly 52 (27 Dec ’20 – 2 Jan ’64) stating that

From the surveillance of the Department of Disease Control From November 1, 2020 to the present, there have been reports of suspected cases of respiratory infection caused by the Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) in many areas of Thailand. In the Northeastern and Northern regions, including Chaiyaphum, Ubon Ratchathani, Udon Thani, Nakhon Ratchasima, Mukdahan, Chiang Mai and Lamphun, there were two deaths from Chaiyaphum and Lamphun provinces.

From the health data warehouse The Ministry of Public Health in 2017 – 2020 found that patients with this disease are often found during the rainy season and winter. From August to November each year The top five provinces with the highest number of cases were Nakhon Ratchasima, Surin, Khon Kaen, Mahasarakham and Pattani.

This week’s prognosis and health hazards It is expected that during this period there is a chance to continuously meet people with RSV-associated respiratory disease (RSV). Especially in the northeast and north Because it is in winter Can be contacted through the respiratory system By inhaling the aerosol with infection into the body Or exposure to secretions of infected people through coughing and sneezing, which occurs 2-8 days after exposure for an average of 5 days, more common in children up to 5 years of age.

Symptoms range from mild flu-like to severe until death. The risk groups that may develop severe symptoms are young children under 2 years old, seniors 65 years and older, and people with underlying diseases such as heart disease, lung disease, immunodeficiency. Muscle weakness And children with a history of premature birth

Department of Disease Control recommends parents or carers to raise children. Teacher or babysitter You should keep yourself healthy and maintain personal hygiene to prevent germs. To the child in care And should closely observe the symptoms of children Especially for children under the age of 5, have children wash their hands often. With soap and clean water Especially before meals And after going to the toilet Do not share glasses or personal items with others. Maintain personal hygiene Avoid contact with people who are infected or have flu-like symptoms. Avoid going to crowded places. Do not bring children to play in a place where there are many children playing together.

As for those who are ill, they should refrain from going out during their symptoms. To reduce the spread of infection to others And should wear a mask, cloth or a mask to prevent coughing or sneezing. House cleaning Including regular children’s toys It is best to eat hygienic food, drink plenty of water, and give the child adequate rest. If the child has a cold illness Children should be separated from normal children. In order to prevent transmission of infection And taken to see a doctor for further diagnosis and treatment Most of the treatment is symptomatic treatment. For more information, contact the Department of Disease Control hotline tel. 1422

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