BMA integrates all departments Proactively prevent dengue fever, reduce vectors, monitor breeding sites Emphasis on caring for patients from the primary level
Today (June 30), Asst. Prof. Tawida Kamolvej, Deputy Governor of Bangkok, revealed that from the forecast of the tendency of dengue fever, it was found that in 2022, Thailand will have an outbreak of dengue fever. The number of patients throughout the year is approximately 95,000 cases in the first quarter of the year. There will be approximately 3,000 – 4,000 cases per month and begin to rise in May. until the highest in the Rainy season June – September, which may have 10,000-16,000 cases per month.
in the area of surveillance, prevention and control of the epidemic of dengue fever in Bangkok especially during the rainy season which has an increased chance of encountering dengue hemorrhagic fever patients from rainy weather in many areas Bangkok by the Department of Health medical office and the Education Bureau Therefore, measures to be taken are as follows:
1. Prepare a report on the dengue fever situation and publicize it through various media continuously every week so that people can follow the dengue situation via Department of Health page Bangkok and the website of the Communicable Disease Control Division, Bureau of Health, Bangkok
2. There are proactive measures in surveillance. Prevent the spread of dengue fever and control dengue fever, including monitoring the Aedes mosquito larva index in all risk areas such as communities, housing estates condominiums, high-rise buildings, nursing homes, educational establishments, and religious establishments by network partners in the area, including the public, private, and public sectors continuously and comply with the 5 P. Principles, namely: Close – Close the container tightly; Release – Release the larvae fish in a permanent water container; Change – Change the water in the container that cannot be closed. Adjust – Improve the environment to not be a breeding ground for Aedes mosquitoes. Practice – Practice on a regular basis Communicate the risks to people regarding how to protect themselves from mosquito bites, such as using aerosol cans to spray adult mosquitoes. use mosquito coils apply mosquito repellent lotion including observing important symptoms to see a doctor Especially in those at risk if sick with dengue fever will have severe symptoms such as the elderly. small group Pregnant women and people with underlying diseases such as obesity
3. Organize public awareness campaigns by raising awareness of surveillance, control and prevention of communicable diseases brought by Aedes mosquitoes Provide information on the prevention of infectious diseases brought by Aedes mosquitoes, such as dengue hemorrhagic fever. Zika virus infection and chikungunya disease Give away citronella, mosquito repellent lotion, give Abet sand, and give advice on how to use the sand properly. It can be obtained at all 69 public health centers and the Environment Department. 50 district offices
4. Fogging service to get rid of old Aedes mosquitoes In the event of a sick person, it will be carried out by the Environment and Sanitation Department, the District Office and the Animal and Pest Control Unit. Communicable Disease Control Division If the patient is not found Service can be received in the area with a service fee charged according to the Bangkok ordinance regarding expenses related to community development support (No. 4) B.E. 2022.
The medical office have advice for the people If a family member has a high fever Avoid buying self-medication. If necessary, use paracetamol. Do not use N-Side drugs such as ibruprofen, aspirin, or diclofinac pain relievers. Because this group of drugs may have an effect on causing more bleeding. For more information, please contact Medical Office Health Hotline Bangkok, call 1646 24 hours a day. In addition, the medical office also provides referral services for patients from primary care units, such as the Public Health Service Center, Bureau of Health, if there is a high fever almost all the time for 2-7 days and there is anorexia, nausea, or a rash or bleeding spots on the body, arms, legs, and symptoms do not improve should immediately see a doctor for further diagnosis and treatment
for preventing the spread of dengue fever in the educational institutions of Bangkok Office of Education, in collaboration with the Public Health Service Center, the Office of Health, the Office of the Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth) and related agencies Training to educate students regarding Dengue fever environmental management within the school How to prevent mosquito bites Symptoms that should see a doctor and how to take care of yourself when suspected of being sick with dengue fever or a communicable disease caused by mosquitoes. Public health volunteers in schools (PSU Noi) carry out surveillance, prevention, and provide a situation report. Dengue hemorrhagic fever in schools under Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, including survey and elimination of Aedes mosquito breeding sites in schools. to reduce the density of mosquito vectors and monitor the situation and monitor dengue fever patients and other infectious diseases brought by Aedes mosquitoes If a patient is found, report it into the disease surveillance and control system immediately.
