This monsoon season, health officials are worried about dengue illness. Eight dengue fever deaths were reported in Thailand in July. 14 died by August 16. Dengue fever symptoms include high fever, headaches, body aches, rashes, and red patches. Nausea, vomiting, stomachache, and appetite loss are some symptoms. Dengue fever is suspected if a fever lasts more than two days and fever-reducing medications don’t work. Dr. Opas Karnkawinpong, director-general of the DDC, advocates keeping homes tidy, storing stuff orderly, and enhancing sunlight. The doctor recommends putting lids on vases and changing the water weekly.
Thailand’s Department of Disease Control (DDC) registered 9,473 dengue fever cases on July 11. Since January, 17,412 instances had been reported by August 16. The government predicts heightened dengue fever epidemics due to the disease’s seasonal spike. Aspirin and ibuprofen shouldn’t be used to treat dengue. The DDC says most deaths from shock occur once the fever starts to fall.
Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Ubon Ratchathani, Tak, and Si Saket have the most cases. According to the department, adults are most affected. Dengue is carried by infected Aedes mosquitos, also known as Asian tiger mosquitos. Use mosquito repellent, wear long sleeves and pants, and burn mosquito-repelling incense, available at 7-Eleven. Taking extra efforts to prevent mosquito bites is urged in Thailand, especially when instances of dengue fever have nearly doubled in the past month.

Thailand’s dengue disease cases doubled last month
More from ThailandMore posts in Thailand »
- Top 20 Cannabis Shops: Where to Buy Weed in Prachuap Khiri Khan Vol 1, 2024
- Top 20 Cannabis Shops: Where to Buy Weed in Maha Sarakham Vol 1, 2024
- Top 20 Cannabis Shops: Where to Buy Weed in Satun Vol 1, 2024
- Top 20 Cannabis Shops: Where to Buy Weed in Nakhon Nayok Vol 1, 2024
- Majestic Bridge Lighting Honors Queen Sirikit’s Birthday in Bangkok 2025
- Noi’s Fight for Justice: Assault by Ex-Husband in Nonthaburi Spurs Legal Battle
- Pattaya Theft Twist: Russian Tourist’s Million-Baht Ordeal Solved in 48 Hours
- Electrifying Monkey Mishap: Samut Prakan’s Wild Urban Adventure
- Top 20 Cannabis Shops: Where to Buy Weed in Loei Vol 1, 2024
- Tanat ‘Luk Nat’ Thanakitamnuay: From Political Activism to Controversy & Legal Battle
- Bangkok Cannabis Snack Bust: Toilet-Made Edibles Found in Khlong Sam Wa Raid
- Phuket Temple Drug Scandal: Monks and Workers Caught in Methamphetamine Bust at Wat Cherng Talay
Be First to Comment