Department of Disease Control monitoring the situation “Chickenpox” closely. The health organization. It is recommended to use the vaccine to prevent diseases in the necessary groups, such as frontline medical personnel. Repeat! Prevent disease without close contact with the patient. Refrain from having sex with strangers. Do not share things with others, wash your hands often, while Thailand has already ordered the smallpox vaccine. Expected to import at the end of the month following Aug. 65
On August 7, 2022 Dr. Sophon Iamsirithavorn Deputy Director-General, Department of Disease Control He said that from the situation in Thailand at this time, there were 4 confirmed cases of chickenpox, 2 of which were foreigners and 2 of Thai nationality. Even though there is no specific cure This disease can be cured on its own in 2-4 weeks with symptomatic medication. and do not communicate easily the risk of contracting the disease Most come from contact with skin lesions such as rashes, pustules, secretions, or in very close contact with the patient or the patient’s wound. including contact through respiratory droplets from being in close contact with the patient, such as face to face
In terms of disease prevention and control The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends the use of vaccines once morest essential diseases such as frontline healthcare workers. The first important thing is to prevent disease without close contact with the patient. Refrain from having sex with strangers. or not sharing things with others and wash your hands often To prevent infection is best. Even with the development of new vaccines however, the side effects and efficacy data of the vaccine must be monitored when it is used in the population. Thailand has already pre-ordered the smallpox vaccine. and expected to be imported around the end of the month following August 2022
Dr. Sophon added that The target group of the smallpox vaccine to be used in Thailand Many aspects must be considered, such as the effectiveness of disease prevention. Be careful of side effects considering the epidemic situation Management which the Subcommittee on Immunization The meeting has been discussed and determines the target groups to receive preliminary vaccination, divided into 2 groups: 1. The group before exposure. (Pre-exposure) is a group of medical personnel who are at risk of infection, such as taking care of close patients. or laboratory staff and 2. Post-exposure group is to vaccinate the risk group within 14 days following exposure to the disease, which if vaccinated early will have an increased chance of preventing infection
“I advise people that vaccines are just one tool to prevent disease. No vaccine is one hundred percent effective once morest disease. Vaccines are responsible for reducing the severity of the disease, reducing serious illness, and reducing death. The most important thing is to have strict preventive behaviors. This will reduce the risk of contracting both chickenpox and COVID-19. Emphasize frequent hand washing. with soap and water or use alcohol gel Wear a mask, keep distance, avoid close contact. and refrain from having sex with strangers People with no prior history or illness especially those who have rashes, blisters, pus, and do not share personal things with others, etc. having symptoms related to chickenpox You can contact the nearest hospital for testing and diagnosis. For more information, please contact the Department of Disease Control hotline at 1422,” said Dr. Sophon.
