Keep an eye on 4 disease groups showing signs of outbreak in “refugee camps” in Myanmar. Found 22 cases of diarrhea, 1 child with malaria.

The Department of Disease Control is monitoring 4 disease groups feared to be spreading in “refugee camps” in Myanmar. They found 22 cases of diarrhea and 1 case of malaria in a 10-year-old boy who was sent for treatment. Emphasize that using alcohol to wash your hands is not enough. A hand washing station must also be set up with soap and water.

On April 24, Dr. Jurai Wongsawat, a qualified medical doctor from the Department of Disease Control, said that the situation of caring for refugees fighting in Myanmar who entered Thailand Will there be an epidemic coming? The refugee camps are crowded. Contagious diseases may occur. Especially through breathing and touch. and if the sanitary system Manage sewage wastewater It may be a source of contamination that can spread germs. We are preparing to monitor disease in 4 disease groups:

1. Gastrointestinal and water-borne diseases such as vomiting and diarrhea. In the summer, there is an increase in gastrointestinal and water-borne diseases. 2. Respiratory diseases 3. Vaccine-preventable diseases may spread and 4. Insect-borne diseases.

There are 4 groups of diseases that need to be monitored. It is informed and prevented so that it does not happen in refugee camps. As of April 20-21, there were 142 service recipients out of a total of 906 refugees in the camp, including 22 cases of severe diarrhea, 116 cases of general illnesses, 3 cases of wounds, and 1 case of pink eye. Vaccination in 30 children was assessed. 24 cases received complete vaccination, 2 cases were incomplete, 4 cases were not received. 289 cases were screened for malaria. 1 case of PV malaria was found, a 10-year-old boy who had received treatment.

Dr. Jurai said Preventing disease outbreaks There are many agencies that come to take care of you. Important things to consider environmental bags Manage a clean, clear, and not crowded environment. Good ventilation Water management system for drinking water The drinking water is not clean. It will be the source of gastrointestinal and waterborne diseases. Washing your hands is a basic matter to prevent various epidemics. Must be prepared with soapy water for washing. Because alcohol alone is not enough. For example, if your hands are dirty and use alcohol to wash them, they won’t clean them. You’ll need to wash off the dust with soapy water before using alcohol. Toilets must be hygienic. Collect solid waste in a sanitary manner. The food has a control system for cooking, storing and serving food. Ready to provide face masks, hand washing gel, mosquito repellent and basic vaccinations for children.

“The weather is hot. It is important that food be freshly cooked and kept for no more than 4 hours. If you have to keep it to eat, Must be heated thoroughly. If you heat it in the microwave for just a moment If the heat is not removed thoroughly, it can cause diarrhea as well. Drink clean water that has been boiled and bottled. Wash your hands first with soap and water. Followed by alcohol hand washing gel. After using the bathroom and toilet Because if even a small amount of rotavirus or virus is contaminated in the bathroom, it can spread to the entire camp,” said Dr. Jurai.

Phanjurai said As for respiratory diseases, when coughing and sneezing you should wear a mask. If you are well and in a clear area, you may not need to wear one. But if you’re sick, you have to take responsibility for society and wear a mask. Especially patients to prevent the spread of infection. For example, with COVID, the symptoms are similar to the flu. In the camp, you must wear a mask to prevent an outbreak throughout the camp. As for being careful of dengue fever, use mosquito repellent. Wear tight clothing, which may be a bit hot during this time. But when you come inside Most of the time, mosquitoes will come around dusk, which will help with protection. However, if you are sick and have symptoms in every system, such as eye irritation, eye pain, cough, sore throat, and body temperature, please inform the doctor or nurse at the refugee center for early prevention, such as isolating yourself. Do not let the outbreak spread to the entire center. Patients with congenital diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and tuberculosis must notify if they do not bring medicine. to provide medicine

As for diseases carried by insects that are careful close to the immigrant border, they are malaria and lymphatic filariasis. Now the border is already infected with malaria. Most had fever, headaches, and chills. Proactive measures were taken to prevent them. The use of chemical-impregnated mosquito nets has been followed up. We are already doing it at the border. When there are immigrants coming in, there are additional checks. Found some, only a small amount Continue to watch and follow. If you are sick, you must be rechecked to see if you are infected with malaria or dengue fever. As for lymphatic filariasis, it is not often found in our country. But you have to be careful from the evacuation center. There is surveillance and drug support.