Chiang Mai Provincial Health Office warned repeatedly to be careful of ‘dengue fever’, advised to observe symptoms and eliminate mosquito breeding sites

Chiang Mai Provincial Health Office warned repeatedly to be careful of ‘dengue fever’ and advised people to observe symptoms Preventing and eliminating mosquito breeding sites

On 19 July, Dr. Waranyu Chamnongprasartporn, Deputy Chief of Public Health, Chiang Mai revealed that dengue fever is an endemic disease that is an important public health problem in Thailand and Chiang Mai. Solving the problem of dengue fever requires cooperation from all sectors. especially people and places To help destroy the breeding grounds of Aedes mosquito larvae with measures 3 to prevent 3 diseases, which the World Health Organization (WHO) has information that dengue fever has increased incidence worldwide. In the last decade, 70% of people at risk of dengue were in Asia. Dengue fever is a disease that spreads throughout the year. The highest outbreak was found during the rainy season.

“From the projection of the situation, it was found that in 2022, there will be a higher number of cases than last year, because in 2021 there are relatively few outbreaks and the epidemic nature of dengue fever will be an epidemic every year or every other year for 2 years. Higher mortality is the elderly, people with chronic diseases. and those who are overweight.”
Dr. Waranyu said that from the surveillance of the Communicable Disease Control Group Chiang Mai Province Dengue fever situation in 2022 from January 1 to July 17, 2022 found 653 cases, no deaths. The age group that found the most patients was working age, aged 25-34 and 35-44 years, followed by students, aged 15-24 years, respectively. Wiang Haeng, Chiang Dao, Phrao Hod and Omkoi, respectively, and the number of patients began to increase. Chiang Mai Municipality and Muang District

“It is expected that in the future During July-August 2022, there will be an increase in dengue cases. due to rain in many areas causing water to stagnate in various containers It is a breeding ground for mosquitoes. and high-risk groups, especially school-aged children who stay at home during long holidays There is a chance of being bitten by mosquitoes during the day. Therefore asking the community and various agencies including parents Help eliminate mosquito breeding sites in the community and around the house by emphasizing measures 3 to keep, prevent 3 diseases, namely, keep the house clear. There is no dense area for mosquitoes to rest. Pick up trash around the house. Keep the waste containers that you want to leave in a black bag to tie the bag. and dispose of them in the trash. In order not to be a breeding ground for mosquitoes and to store water, water containers for consumption The lid must be completely closed. Wash unused containers upside down. and change the water in the pots or vases weekly. Put sand to get rid of larvae or let fish eat larvae in a container that can’t be closed. Prevent Aedes from laying eggs. and focus on preventing mosquito bites by applying mosquito repellent and sleeping in a mosquito net which can prevent 3 diseases, namely dengue hemorrhagic fever Zika virus infection and fever, joint pain, mosquitoes or Chikungunya disease.

Dr. Waranyu said that Chiang Mai Provincial Electricity Authority recommends that If a child or family member has a high fever Avoid buying oral medications yourself. If necessary, use paracetamol. Do not use N-Side drugs such as ibruprofen, aspirin, or diclofinac pain relievers. because if a fever from dengue This group of drugs may increase the bleeding effect. However, when taking paracetamol, the symptoms do not improve You should seek medical attention for proper diagnosis and treatment. For more information, you can contact the hotline 1422 or any public health facility near your home.