2023-11-08 23:00:00
Thursday, November 9, 2023, 6:00 a.m.
Dr. Thongchai Keeratihatthayakorn
Department of Disease Control reveals the situation of HIV infection and sexually transmitted diseases. The increase is increasing among youth. In 2022, it is estimated that there will be 9,230 new people infected with HIV, of whom almost half will be between the ages of 15-24 years and there will be a proportion of people infected with HIV in the treatment system. 22.4 percent, which doubled from 2008 at 9.5 percent, and also found up to 14,534 people infected with syphilis and gonorrhea, consistent with data on behavioral surveillance related to HIV infection in 2019 at It was found that youths had a rate of using condoms the last time they had sex, only 80 percent, and less than 40 percent used condoms regularly every time with their boyfriends and lovers.
Dr. Thongchai Keeratihatthayakorn Acting Director-General said that in the past the Department of Disease Control Collaborated with network partners Encourage teenagers and youth Carrying and using condoms every time you have sex with everyone, every way, will help prevent both HIV infection. sexually transmitted diseases Including unplanned pregnancy. People can get condoms for free. at the state health service unit and civil society throughout the country Ready to join with the youth network Organize campaign activities Create knowledge and understanding and encourage friends to use condoms as a normal practice every time they have sex through social media. Additionally, they encourage teenagers and young adults to have access to HIV and syphilis screenings. By supporting HIV and syphilis screening kits with quick results within 20 minutes for 53 provinces in 2022 and expanding coverage to all 77 provinces nationwide in 2023, creating proactive testing services in communities. and health service facilities thoroughly If an infection is found, it will be treated quickly.
“Department of Disease Control in cooperation with the National Health Security Office Drive HIV self-testing It is a benefit in the national health insurance system. Make every Thai person Test yourself for HIV for free by entering the Paotang application. In the health bag menu and receive an IV test kit yourself at government health service units, the private sector, civil society, as well as pharmacies participating in the project nationwide since 1 October 2023.
In this regard, it has promoted the provision of friendly, comprehensive health services. In line with the context and needs of youth in the 5G era by developing the potential and cooperation of multidisciplinary personnel and youth leaders, including adding channels for youth to conveniently access services. Through online systems such as registration systems, consultation services, appointments and notifications By integrating with the normal service system Ready to accelerate and expand results continuously To provide youth with access to protective services Quick and comprehensive care Aiming to reduce HIV infection and sexually transmitted diseases, leading to a good quality of life for youth.”
Those interested can find information at the facebook fanpage: buddystation or ask the Department of Disease Control hotline 1422 and the Division of AIDS and Sexually Transmitted Diseases 02-5903217.
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