Dr. Thongchai Keeratihatthayakorn, Director-General of the Department of Disease Control The Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) revealed that this period is winter in Thailand. But in most areas the weather is not cool. As a result, Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, which are vectors for 3 diseases, are still able to breed. In 2023, there were 153,734 cases of dengue fever, 181 deaths. Aedes arthritis disease was found in 1,371 cases, with no deaths. and Zika virus infection, 758 patients were found, of which 33 were pregnant women. What is worrisome is Patients who are pregnant will cause the baby to be born with a small head abnormality. or congenital disability This disease is native to African countries. and had been found sporadically in Thailand many years ago But in the past year There have been reports of 13 microcephalic infants confirmed to be infected with the Zika virus.
In the last 4 weeks The most cases of Zika virus disease were found in Bangkok, 40 cases, followed by Prachuap Khiri Khan Province, 13 cases. Patients were also found among German and Dutch tourists returning from Koh Samui. Surat Thani Province, 3 cases
The best protection is Protecting yourself from being bitten by mosquitoes. By sleeping under a mosquito net or a room with a mosquito screen, lighting mosquito repellent or applying mosquito repellent lotion. and clean up the place so that there is no standing water as a breeding ground and because tourists were found sick Therefore, it is recommended that the operator of the campsite manages the accommodation. and the environment does not allow Aedes mosquitoes to have a place to lay their eggs Including giving away mosquito repellent. or mosquito spray in the room as well
Most Zika virus patients will have mild symptoms. Some will have fever along with a red rash on the body, red eyes, muscle pain, and joint pain. If in doubt, see a doctor for a diagnosis, especially for pregnant women. And if it is found that He himself is sick with the Zika virus. You should do three additional things: apply mosquito repellent twice a day for 7 days and refrain from traveling outside the area for 14 days so that mosquitoes don’t bite and transmit the virus to people around you. And because it was found This virus can be present in the secretions of men. Therefore, condoms should be used for 3 months.
Emphasize that this disease can be prevented with the same measures as dengue fever. And the important risk group is pregnant women. and couples who plan to have children You must prevent being bitten by mosquitoes. For more information, call the Department of Disease Control hotline, call 1422.
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2024-01-05 10:49:38
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