Khon Kaen Province found 47 dengue cases, but no deaths. Governor warns people Take care of the water source during the rainy season, including beware of leptospirosis
On July 6, 2022, Mr. Somsak Changtrakul, the governor of Khon Kaen Province, revealed that now it’s the rainy season. This may cause rain to flood the containers or materials, which will be a breeding ground for mosquito larvae. making them at risk of contracting dengue hemorrhagic fever
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For the situation during the first 6 months in the Khon Kaen Province area A total of 47 cases of dengue hemorrhagic fever were reported, with no deaths. The age group found the most was the age group 10-14 years, followed by the age group 5-9 years. Of the 33 students, 25 cases were found in June, 14 cases were found in the municipality, 33 were found in the Subdistrict Administrative Organization.
It is therefore an indication that in both urban and agricultural areas, there are cases of Therefore, it must be considered in 2 parts, namely the patients found in clusters. is Ban Nong Wa Nong Sao Lao sub-district, Chum Phae district, found 5 patients, and another group, Ban Sok Kha Kaew, Huai Toei sub-district, Sam Sung district, found 8 cases, which made it necessary to be alert and follow up on the situation in the area. close up
by asking people to keep cleaning buildings and houses Eliminate mosquito larvae breeding sites. Eliminate flooded areas and stagnant water tanks. This will be a breeding ground for mosquito larvae. for the safety of family and community
for the leptospirosis situation or leptospirosis Overall, most of the leptospirosis cases found are people working in the agricultural sector, farmers, farmers who have to wade through water. stomping mud for a long time In areas with waterlogged and wet, people during this season which if found to have unusual illnesses such as high fever, headache, muscle aches especially the calves and thighs Later, there may be conjunctivitis, sore throat, loss of appetite.
If you have such symptoms After 2-26 days in the mud bath, suspect that it may be leptospirosis. You should not find medicine to eat by yourself. Must see a doctor at the hospital or the nearest medical unit immediately. Because if not promptly treated can cause death.
The leptospirosis It enters the body through wounds or through soft mucous membranes such as the crotch of the hands, crotch, and conjunctiva while soaking or eating. or water contaminated with leptospirosis It will be the cause of infection.