The Ministry of Public Health keeps an eye on dengue fever, worried about May peaks rising! pointed out that the weather changes, making adult mosquito larvae faster
on May 1 Dr. Opas Karnkawinpong, MD. Director-General of the Department of Disease Control The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) spoke about the situation of dengue fever in Thailand that from cases that are predicted that in 2022 there will be more outbreaks. As far as following the situation during the past month no deaths Because it has received quite good cooperation from all sectors. Currently, it is in the process of assigning relevant officials such as village health volunteers (VHV) to conduct a survey of mosquito larvae.
“Now, as far as looking at the information Houses with 6-7 percent of Aedes mosquito larvae are collecting detailed information by province. In order to continue to control and prevent disease due to the month that tends to increase dengue fever. is during the month of May which must be watched and campaign periodically As for now, there are no further reports of deaths,” said Dr Opas.
Director-General of the Department of Disease Control said that for climate change At present, with both hot and rainy seasons, it causes the mosquito larvae to become adults faster. Originally, it took about 7-10 days, now it has an average of 5 days or 3-7 days, etc., especially in hot weather.
“As you know, mosquitoes are cold-blooded creatures. The hot weather makes mosquitoes more active. therefore asking people to help clean the house not to be a breeding ground for mosquito larvae Once a week is fine,” said Dr. Opas.