The number of more than 130,000 is the number of dengue fever cases in Thailand during the year of the epidemic. Although the epidemic in the past two years seems to have subsided. But the Department of Disease Control also warned the public to be vigilant After finding that 3 people have died from dengue fever since the beginning of last year.
Dengue fever epidemic situation is a national problem. not only Thailand Especially countries in the humid tropical regions will encounter outbreaks every year. Although there is no preventative method that can make this disease disappear. The best course of action is to raise awareness of the severity of dengue fever. and learn to find ways to prevent mosquito breeding grounds Another important thing is to watch for symptoms if infected. to reduce the risk of the disease becoming severe to death All of this brings together an agreement to raise awareness. promote knowledge Develop capacity and participation in dengue prevention at the regional level by announcing that every June 15th of every year as “ASEAN Dengue Day” or ASEAN Dengue Day
Prof. Emeritus Dr. Amorn Leelarasamee, President of the Medical Association of Thailand
Situation of Dengue Fever Violence in Thailand
Prof. Honorary Dr. Amorn Leelarrasamee Chairman of the Memorandum of Understanding for Dengue-Zero Prevention and Control said “Dengue fever is a global problem. Currently, there are four strains of dengue, each with different virulence. If an infection is caused by that species, the body will immediately develop immunity from that strain. But there is a chance of infection from other strains in the future, and a second infection is usually more severe than the first.”
“Moreover The outbreak of dengue may be more likely due to global warming. Because the global temperature rises by 1 degree Celsius, mosquitoes are able to lay eggs. Therefore, dengue hemorrhagic fever has been reported in many countries that have never encountered this disease before.”
Dr. Chawin Sirinak, Deputy Permanent Secretary for Bangkok (Bangkok)
Bangkok, a risky area that all agencies need to deal with
On the side, Dr. Chawin Sirinak, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) Addressing the situation of dengue fever violence in Bangkok found that the number of patients is likely to increase. Compared to the past April, between 2021 and 2022, it increased. “There are many factors that make Bangkok a high-risk area. whether it is a diversity of geographic identity including immigration and the increasing number of would be linked to a higher number of patients as well.”
“Dengue is not a medical and public health problem alone. It is an environmental, social and community problem. It is important to create network partners to promote knowledge, understanding and effective prevention of dengue fever. We now have more than 10,000 Bangkok Public Health Volunteers (ASS) under supervision spread across 50 areas of Bangkok by network partners from the Dengue-Zero MOU to help drive. Whether it is training to educate bring innovations and tools to operate in the area to facilitate medical and public health work as well as creating social trends to be recognized through various media This is in line with the cooperation policy that aims to create awareness among people if people have knowledge. He will take care of himself. It is everyone’s duty to control dengue fever.”
Mr. Peter Strebal, Managing Director of Takeda (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
Takeda would like to join in building cooperation to drive the goals. ‘Thailand free from dengue fever within 5 years’
At the same time, Takeda (Thailand) Co., Ltd., one of the 11 network partners that signed a Memorandum of Understanding for Dengue-Zero Prevention and Control, reinforces its clear intention to be an important force in driving Thailand into society. free from dengue fever by Mr. Peter Strebal, Managing Director of Takeda (Thailand) Co., Ltd. said “Takeda, as a global biopharmaceutical company committed to delivering innovations for better health. In Thailand, dengue fever continues to spread and the number of cases is increasing. Raising awareness of the disease Understanding how to control and prevent disease This will lead to a reduction in the rate of morbidity and loss from this disease. Takeda has supported multi-dimensional work to enable the personnel involved to reach their full potential. Encourage people to know and understand the dangers of dengue fever. This will lead to the most effective prevention of dengue fever.”
“For the upcoming ASEAN Dengue Day, Takeda and network partners Under this partnership, Dengue-Zero will jointly raise public awareness. while presenting innovations and communication that create novelty in the perception of disease by emphasizing that the public sector in every group has access to information got a better understanding of dengue hemorrhagic fever It is expected that this will lead to further awareness and protection in the community,” concluded Peter Strebal.
June 15, “ASEAN Dengue Day” (ASEAN Dengue Day) continues the mission under 3 main goals.
On this year’s ASEAN Dengue Day, the main theme of the campaign was set. “ASEAN Unity for Dengue-Free Community” encourages people to protect themselves by protecting the environment from being a breeding ground for Aedes mosquitoes. In addition to the aforementioned issues, the signing of a Dengue-Zero Memorandum of Understanding for Dengue-Zero Prevention of Dengue Fever Prevention by 11 government and private organizations has three main goals: 1) reduce the dengue morbidity rate by a hundred; 25 or not more than 60,000 per year, 2) reduce the mortality rate to less than 1 per 10,000, and 3) control mosquito larvae sources in the community to be less than 5 homes from a survey of 100 homes.
“We want to see Thailand free from dengue fever. Discussions between network partners and building cooperation starting from Aims to increase public awareness by emphasizing proactive participation in community defenses. Aim to increase the awareness channel of the community to be easily accessible. and aiming to develop the potential of medical personnel, including Bangkok Health Volunteers, for the decisive and sustainable elimination of dengue fever.” Dr. Chawin concluded
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