11 health organizations signed a contract to speed up the control of ‘dengue fever’ in 5 years to support communities to eliminate ‘Aedes mosquitoes’

11 Health Alliance Organizations Signing a cooperation agreement on dengue fever “Dengue-Zero” sets a goal for 5 years, pushing Thailand towards a dengue-free society Promote both the community level – the policy level

A network of 11 government and private organizations has signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Dengue Fever. “Dengue-Zero” on 24 Jan 2022 to strengthen the control of dengue fever in Thailand. Promote the body of knowledge to the community Develop and build on an effective defense system. to control the outbreak and bring Thailand into a dengue-free society

for the framework under such cooperation It has set three main goals: 1. Reduce the dengue morbidity rate by 25% or not more than 60,000 cases per year. 2. Reduce the mortality rate to less than 1:10,000. 3. Control the source of mosquito larvae in the community. less than 5 homes from a survey of 100 homes

As for the framework under this cooperation, there will be a period of five years, from 2022 to 2026, in which the partner organizations will work together to achieve the goal of pushing for all relevant sectors. Join forces to prevent and reduce the risk of dengue fever. as well as encouraging the community to participate in driving disease prevention and control. as well as supporting various policies concerning the control of dengue fever

Prof. Emeritus Dr. Amorn Leelarasamee, President of the Medical Association of Thailand revealed that dengue fever affects both patients and their families. including creating social and economic burdens at the national level in which the inability to access treatment coupled with global climate change This makes dengue fever become more and more of a public health problem.

“raising awareness of the importance of disease prevention and control It’s the key to fighting this disease. by all 11 organizations that have signed this Memorandum of Understanding will work together to collect information about patients both from public and private hospitals Prepare forecasts for high-risk areas. Communicate with society through social media and develop an educational program for volunteers and public health officials to increase the effectiveness of patient care,” said Prof. Kiatkun, MD. Amorn.

Mr. Peter Strebal, Managing Director of Takeda (Thailand) Co., Ltd., said that dengue fever has spread rapidly. Each year, 390 million people worldwide are infected with more than 96 million people with severe illness. While Thailand itself has found that the rate of infection continues. shows that the disease will never go away and still causing a loss of life and resources

“So it is an opportunity for us to join forces to fight dengue. to overcome this disease It cannot be done with only one agency or person. But it requires cooperation from all parties who share the same commitment to dengue prevention and control. The company is delighted to be a part of this cooperation. It reinforces our commitment to provide better health to Thai people,” said Peter.

In addition, 11 alliance organizations that have signed this Memorandum of Understanding include the Medical Association of Thailand under the Royal Patronage, Department of Disease Control, Department of Health Service Support, Department of Health, Bangkok, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital. Mahidol University, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Association of Thailand, Infectious Diseases Association of Thailand, Private Hospital Association, Hospital Administrators Association of Thailand and Takeda (Thailand) Co., Ltd.

For dengue fever is a disease that spreads throughout the year. and found the highest outbreak during the rainy season It is caused by infection with the dengue virus that is carried by Aedes mosquitoes. When it is, it can be repeated again. Due to the presence of four strains of dengue virus, the most common breeding sites for mosquitoes are plant pots, plant pot saucers, and drains, where Aedes mosquitoes lay eggs.

On the part of the infected often have a high fever muscle and joint aches Severe headache, eye pain, nausea, vomiting, and skin rash. However, if the patient has severe symptoms may have thrombocytopenia gastrointestinal bleeding Dizziness or restlessness, cold hands and feet. Treatment is symptomatic supportive. Because this disease does not have a specific treatment.