Is dengue fever high in Thailand?
Is dengue fever high in Thailand? Thailand has witnessed a staggering rise in dengue fever cases this year, with more than 24,030 infections and over 20 deaths reported since January 1 (as of June 21, 2023).
What are 7 warning signs of dengue?
Warning signs of severe dengue
- Belly pain, tenderness.
- Vomiting (at least 3 times in 24 hours)
- Bleeding from the nose or gums.
- Vomiting blood, or blood in the stool.
- Feeling tired, restless, or irritable.
Is there dengue fever in Phuket?
Provinces reporting elevated dengue fever activity include Nan, Trat, Chumphon, Chanthaburi, and Tak. Provinces that have been categorized as high-risk transmission zones include Tak, Pathum Thani, Samut Prakan, Bangkok, Chanthaburi, Trat, Phuket, Songkhla, Narathiwat, and Satun.
How to avoid dengue?
Use insect repellent, wear loose-fitting, long-sleeved shirts and long pants, and control mosquitoes inside and outside your home. Each year, an estimated 400 million people are infected with dengue virus through the bites of infected mosquitoes.