Data from the surveillance of the Department of Disease Control Rabies situation in the past 2021, found 3 deaths in 3 provinces (2 in Surin and 1 in Buriram) and for this year 2022, 1 death from rabies has been found in Chonburi province. with the death toll reported There is a history of contact with a neighbor’s dog that was adopted for scratching.
Dr. Saman Futrakul, director of the Office of Disease Prevention and Control 7, Khon Kaen Province, mentioned the prognosis and health hazards of the Department of Disease Control that during this period there may be deaths from rabies because the hot weather can make animals irritable. and can injure people Therefore, the public is cautioned that Rabies when infected and showing symptoms incurable will die every which is the cause of most rabies infection Caused by being bitten by a dog or cat – scratch and not treated or properly vaccinated against rabies Therefore, if a dog or cat suspected to have rabies bites, scratches, licks, saliva splashes through the eyes, mouth, or wounded skin. should immediately give first aid By washing the wound immediately with water and gently washing with soap several times. not straining the wound dry the wound Add povidone-iodine disinfectant. or iodine tincture Then you should see a doctor immediately. to receive complete rabies vaccination and should see a doctor by appointment every time which is currently the way to prevent To prevent being bitten, scratched, or licked by rabies infected animals, there are 3 steps to preventing the disease as follows: 1. Before being bitten, use the principles of witchcraft. 5. Prevent being bitten. “Do not provoke, do not step on, do not separate, do not pick up, do not interfere”, meaning do not provoke the dog to anger. Do not step on the dog or startle it. Do not separate the biting dog with your bare hands. Do not pick up the food bowl while the dog is eating. And do not mess with dogs outside the house or who do not know the history 2. In case of bites, quickly wash the wound with soap and water several times. Put on a disinfectant such as betadine and seek immediate medical attention. to receive proper vaccination against disease Including confining the bitten animal for at least 10 days for observation. If the animal shows normal symptoms, it may not have rabies. But if the dog or cat dies Immediately notify the nearest community leader. and inform the livestock in the area To send suspected animal heads for rabies testing in the laboratory and 3. After being bitten A complete series of continuous rabies vaccinations should be given at the scheduled time by your doctor.
for the symptoms of rabies After being infected and showing symptoms Patients will have anorexia, sore throat, body aches, fever, fatigue, numbness, tingling, or pain around the bite wound. severe itching at the wound Later there will be restlessness. Dislikes loud noises, raving, is afraid of light, is afraid of wind, is afraid of water, has difficulty swallowing, especially liquids. and leg muscles spasm, chest tightness, suffocation, or may convulsions, spasms, paralyze, lose consciousness and eventually die. Rules for pet owners Should bring their own pets to be vaccinated against rabies. When pets are 2-3 months old and up, 2 injections and 1 injection every year, and if found an animal suspected of being rabies. If there is a tail drop, staggered gait, drooping saliva, hanging tongue, drooping eyes, immediately inform the livestock officials. or community leaders immediately. Don’t leave it as an animal without an owner. It is another way that people can help solve problems. and having knowledge, understanding and awareness of the severity of rabies Know how to prevent dogs from biting or hurting with the 5th spell to help reduce the risk of rabies infection. If people have questions, they can ask for more information at the Department of Disease Control hotline 1422.
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Information from: Department of Disease Control
April 22, 2022
Publication : Disease and Health Risk Communication Group Disease Prevention and Control Office 7, Khon Kaen Province