- BMA is vigilant to prevent dengue fever, using the mechanism of the Ministry of Health to help eliminate mosquito breeding grounds in the community.
Mr. Sunthorn Sunthornchat, director of the Department of Health (DNI), Bangkok, spoke regarding the preparation of the surveillance system, prevention and control of the spread of dengue hemorrhagic fever. Situation of dengue fever in Bangkok Between 1 Jan. – 31 Dec. ’22, there were 8,162 cumulative cases (morbidity rate equal to 147.65 per 100,000 population), with 5 deaths (mortality rate equal to 0.06%). The top 3 cumulative cases of dengue fever are Phayathai District (318.67), Ratchathewi District (301.17) and Bangkapi District (260.22), respectively.
In this regard, the FBI has surveillance measures before the outbreak of dengue fever, including surveillance, analysis and situation assessment. to prioritize areas Minimize community breeding sites for Aedes aegypti mosquitoes. Raise awareness of the community together to prevent disease. Prepare resources and personnel for disease control and treatment. Investigate and control the disease in the first patient in time. And quality and make plans together with network agencies At the same time, coordinating cooperation in exploring risky areas as breeding grounds for Aedes mosquitoes. Especially in residential areas/communities in the heart of the city, such as Phaya Thai and Ratchathewi districts, where high rates of dengue fever are found. Including supporting the tools used to eliminate mosquito larvae GPO-1 sand (abate sand) by coordinating with the district office and the public health service center in the area to jointly plan the implementation through the mechanism of participation of public health volunteers. Sor.) and people in the community to reduce the risk of getting sick from dengue fever and mosquito-borne diseases. Including recommending the elimination of mosquito breeding sources. By physical means such as using a bowl, a colander or a fruit basket lined with nets, using a net or a lid for a water container. Scrub and change the water every 7 days. Biological methods such as guppy fish, betta fish, giant mosquito larvae. and chemical methods such as chemicals to eliminate mosquito larvae, microorganisms, growth inhibitors Including following the 5-p. principle, i.e. close – close the lid of the container completely, release – release the fish to eat the larvae in the permanent water container, change – change the water in the container that cannot be closed, adjust – improve the environment so that it does not become a breeding ground for mosquitoes. practice – practice regularly
In addition, a system for surveillance, prevention and control of the spread of dengue fever and mosquito-borne diseases has also been prepared. by preparing sufficient materials, equipment, and chemicals to support in case of an outbreak of dengue fever Compiled mosquito larvae index survey reports. to monitor disease according to measures Dengue cases were reported through the Epidemiological Information System (BMA-EPINET) to monitor the situation of dengue fever. Disseminate information, knowledge, and guidelines to personnel for their acknowledgment and strict compliance. as well as campaigning to promote knowledge and create participation in taking care of hygiene and managing the environment in the residential area and within the community. Do not have a breeding ground for mosquito larvae. Especially in small spots that are waterlogged and may not be visible, such as discarded containers. Drinking water containers without lids, flower vases, saucers, plant pots This may be a breeding ground for mosquito larvae and the cause of dengue fever. by organizing a campaign to spread knowledge and understanding regarding dengue fever Raise awareness of surveillance, control, and prevention of contagious diseases carried by mosquitoes in community places such as shopping malls. Venue Volunteer activities to develop the environment to eliminate mosquito breeding sites and risk communication in communities, housing estates, condos by community leaders Condo/village juristic person religious leader By promoting the elimination of mosquito larvae and protecting oneself from being bitten by mosquitoes. To create understanding of ongoing dengue fever prevention
