2023-12-24 09:51:48
Ministry of Public Health reveals cold weather, be careful of the influenza outbreak, more following 19 Nov. – 16 Dec. 2023, found 42% more infected people, warning at-risk groups, young children and the elderly, to be careful of severe symptoms.
Dr. Opas Karnkawinpong PermanentMinistry of Public Health (Ministry of Public Health) revealed that from monitoring and surveillance of influenza disease and respiratory infections By the Epidemiology Division, Department of Disease Control, it was found that during weeks 47-50 (between 19 Nov. – 16 Dec. ’23) samples were collected from the respiratory systems of people who came to the hospital with medical symptoms. Breathe In 14 network hospitals, 120-200 samples/week Detection of infection by PCR method found influenza virus in a proportion as high as 42%, followed by rhinovirus/enterovirus 36.9%, hMPV 9.3%, RSV 6.4%, and COVID-19 another 5.4%.
In patients, influenza virus was found to have severe symptoms. until he had to be admitted for treatment in that hospital The highest number was in the age group less than 5 years, followed by the age group 5-17 years and over 65 years, respectively.
Dr. Opas said that from such information It can be seen that influenza disease tends to increase. The groups at risk of becoming sick and having severe symptoms are young children, school-age children, and the elderly. In addition, during this period Thailand has cold weather in many areas. This type of weather causes the virus to stay in the environment for a longer time. Spreads easily and faster
Therefore, people are asked to be careful and maintain their health. Take care of personal hygiene Keep your body warm. Especially when having respiratory symptoms, fever, sore throat, coughing, sneezing, and runny nose, wear a mask. Avoid going into large crowds.
Including being close to children and the elderly. Wash your hands often. With water and soap or alcohol gel To prevent the spread of infection and monitor symptoms of severe illness in people in high-risk groups If following taking the initial medicine the symptoms do not improve. Please see a doctor quickly.
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