Director-General of the Department of Disease Control warns of 4 communicable diseases and 1 winter health hazard
Dr. Opas Karnkawinpong, MD. Director-General of the Department of Disease Control said that according to the Meteorological Department forecast that in late October. Thailand will enter the winter. which during 17-18 Oct. ’64 has started to cool down in the North and the Upper Northeast. The Department of Disease Control is concerned about the health of the people during the winter. which the cold weather may cause the body to adjust in time risk of getting sick easily Therefore, the Department of Disease Control was issued Regarding the prevention of disease and health hazards occurring in the winter of 2021 in Thailand, divided into 4 groups as follows: 1. Respiratory tract diseases (influenza Pneumonia). 2. Diseases of the digestive tract and water (diarrhea). 3. Other important communicable diseases. In winter (measles) 4. Health hazards (cold-related deaths)
Group 1: Respiratory diseases, including influenza Can be transmitted by coughing, sneezing, or touching contaminated objects. If infected, then there will be fever, dry cough, headache, muscle pain. Rhinitis and sore throat Pneumonia is caused by certain types of bacterial, viral and fungal infections in the air sacs of the lungs from breathing or exposure to aerosols from mucus. Contaminated saliva will have symptoms of fever, cough, shortness of breath. The symptoms are usually acute. and found in all age groups But the symptoms are severe in people who are immunocompromised and have underlying medical conditions. Both diseases can be prevented by staying healthy. Wash your hands often with water and soap or alcohol gel Do not share personal belongings with others. and wear a cloth mask or hygienic mask every time when going out which such methods can prevent the disease covid 19 as well
Group 2 Diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and water include diarrhea. caused by eating food or unclean water is contaminated with pathogens There will be more than 3 or more diarrheas in 1 day, may also be accompanied by fever or vomiting. which can be prevented by taking care of hygiene Drink clean water and eat clean, well-cooked food.
Group 3 Other important communicable diseases During the winter, measles is caused by breathing in airborne droplets contaminated with the virus from coughing. the patient’s sneeze or talk in close range If sick, the symptoms are similar to the common cold. but will have a high fever, red and watery eyes, and a convex rash. There is currently no specific treatment. But there is a vaccine that can prevent it. by having to inject the first dose at 9-12 months of age, the second dose at the age of 1 and a half years, group 4, health risks, deaths related to cold weather for unknown reasons Most are due to acute heart failure. Because there is not enough clothing or winter clothing in cold areas. and has a history of drinking alcohol regularly Therefore, prepare enough winter clothing. and refrain from drinking alcohol as well as taking care of the body to be strong Exercise and eat a healthy diet.
Dr. Opas said that the Department of Disease Control has issued an alert warning to be careful of disease and health hazards to the local authorities, including the 12 Disease Prevention and Control Offices and the Urban Disease Prevention and Control Institute. to work with relevant agencies in the area and prepare missions to take care of the people, namely: 1. Surveillance and monitor the situation of disease in the area. 2. Disease control in the event of an outbreak of communicable disease with a Rapid Investigation Surveillance Team (SRRT) to investigate, control and prevent the spread of disease in the area; For more information, please contact the Department of Disease Control hotline at 1422.
