Department of Disease Control, Ministry of Public Health Organize a campaign for World Malaria Day Coordinate with networks in all sectors to accelerate the elimination of malaria or to 0 by 2026. Every year, the World Health Organization (WHO) has designated April 25 as World Malaria Day (World Malaria Day) to encourage all countries Be aware of the disease burden caused by malaria. and prioritize the elimination of malaria.
Today (25 April 2024) Dr. Thongchai Keerati Hatthayakorn Director General of the Department of Disease Control Chaired the opening of the World Malaria Day 2024 campaign at the 1st floor hall, Building 3, Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Public Health, under the concept Zero indigenous malaria is possible. “Eliminate malaria. Thailand can do it” with important activities as follows: Discussion on guidelines for prevention and control of malaria. Announcement of certification of a malaria-free province for the year 2023 and an exhibition to provide knowledge about malaria in various aspects.
Dr. Thongchai Keerati Hatthayakorn Director-General of the Department of Disease Control said that in the past Thailand had an epidemic of malaria in some areas. especially along the western border As implemented under the Malaria Elimination Strategy 2017-2026 in collaboration with international organizations including the World Health Organization (WHO), United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Asia Pacific Leaders Malaria Alliance (APLMA) ) and the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), as well as public, private, and civil society organizations. Make Thailand have a malaria-free province. There are a total of 49 provinces, with health zones 4, 7, 8, and 13 being areas that have malaria-free provinces throughout the health zone. and continue to take measures to prevent the spread of new infections. Emphasis on disease risk assessment including disease surveillance and related preparations In order to maintain the status of a malaria-free province, this year there are 3 provinces that have passed the assessment to certify as a malaria-free province: Prachinburi, Rayong, and Sakon Nakhon, which will receive a certificate certifying as a malaria-free province. As for provinces that still have outbreaks Emphasis on proactive patient search and expanding access to community policing services To control the situation in the said area to return to normal.
Malaria situation From January – present There were 2,913 cases reported, which is similar to last year at the same time. The provinces with the highest 5 cases were Tak with 1,671 cases, Mae Hong Son with 308 cases, Kanchanaburi with 251 cases, Ranong with 187 cases, and Prachuap Khiri Khan with 174 cases. Found in the age group 15 years and over, 74 percent were gardeners and farmers. 41 percent were foreign patients. National 60 percent
“From the risk assessment of malaria outbreak It was found that it was still happening continuously. Therefore, public health officials had to expedite the 1-3-7 measures by notifying when a patient was found within 1 day, conducting background checks to identify the source of infection within 3 days, and responding to the situation within 7 days, as well as controlling mosquito vectors. Brings disease, especially in endemic areas and proactively search for patients in order to receive effective treatment and must take the medicine completely Prevent the disease from coming back again,” said Dr. Thongchai.
Dr. Apichat Vachiraphan, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Disease Control Added that Malaria The Anopheles mosquito is a disease carrier. Often found in mountain forests, rubber plantations, and natural water sources. and are active from dusk until dawn Therefore, it is recommended that people living in the said area Protect yourself from mosquito bites. According to the time when mosquitoes are active If you have any unusual symptoms, such as fever, headache, or chills, you must see a doctor immediately. For tourists or those traveling to stay overnight in the mountain forest area. Please protect yourself from mosquito bites. And observe symptoms for about 10-14 days. If you have fever, headache, or chills, suspect that it may be malaria. Hurry and see a doctor at a public health facility near your home. To draw blood to test for malaria. And you must report your history of entering the forest or going to areas that are at risk to the doctor. to provide quick treatment If delayed, serious complications such as cerebral malaria may occur. It can cause death. People can ask for more information at the Department of Disease Control hotline 1422.”
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Information from: Division of Insect-borne Diseases/Risk Communication Office, Department of Disease Control
April 25, 2024
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