A reported average of 900 infections per week resulted in 15 deaths in January-May.
Thailand recorded 18,173 dengue cases from January to May this year, up 4.2 times on the same period last year and the highest caseload for three years, government spokeswoman Traisuree Taisaranakul said on Monday .Bangkok had the highest number of cases, followed by Trat, Nan, Chanthaburi, Rayong and Mae Hong Son. The worst affected age group was children aged 5-14, followed by the 15-24 group.
The Public Health Ministry warns that cases of dengue, a mosquito-borne disease, usually increase between June and August during rainy season before declining in September. The ministry has advised the public to protect themselves from mosquito bites by using mosquito repellent and sleeping under nets.
Family members should also monitor for symptoms regularly. Initial symptoms are high fever which lasts around 2-7 days, sore muscles, and pain in the eyes.The government has urged the public and other sectors to join the dengue prevention campaign by destroying mosquito habitats during rainy season. Households are advised to drain any standing water on their property to prevent mosquitos from breeding.
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