15 have died from dengue fever, over 25,000 infected

The Department of Disease Control has warned people to beware of dengue fever during this rainy season after more than 25,000 people caught the fever and 15 died.

Dr Suwanchai Wattanayingcharoenchai from the Department director-general reported that 25,708 people were infected with of dengue fever between January 1 to July 8, and 15 people have died. The most affected were in the 15-24 age group, followed by those 10-14 years and 25-34 years

“This fever has spread across the country,” he said. “Chaiyaphum has the most dengue fever patients, followed by Rayong, Khon Kaen, Mae Hong Son and Nakhon Ratchasima.”

The number of those infected by dengue fever is expected to  increase this week as a result of heavy rain fall, which will enable mosquitoes to lay eggs in water-filled containers or areas holding water.

“Therefore, it is advised to eliminate any chance for mosquitos to lay their eggs by sites by keeping their clothes inside wardrobes, disposing of garbage regularly, closing the lid of water-filled containers, and changing water in pots or vases every week,” he said.

“These recommendations will help people to avoid contracting dengue fever, the Zika virus or the Chikungunya virus.”

Dr Suwanchai also added that  wearing long-sleeved shirts and long pants, using various types of mosquito repellents such as lemongrass or other chemicals, and sleeping under a mosquito net, will all help in deceaing your chance of gettng bitten.

“Those with a high fever, headache, muscle aches, blood rashes, decreased appetite or epigastric pain must see a doctor as soon as possible,” the Dr. advised. “For more information, please contact the Department of Disease Control via hotline 1422.”

Source: Thailand morning news for July 14, 2020

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