Monday, August 8, 2022, 7:00 a.m.
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monkeypox vaccine
Arrived in Thailand at the end of August
Protected but not 100%
Take better care of yourself
Ministry of Public Health reveals monkey pox vaccine to enter Thailand at the end of August Identify protection but not one hundred percent Strictly protect yourself, wash your hands often, wear a mask, keep distance, avoid close contact. and refrain from having sex with strangers especially those who have rashes, blisters, pus and do not share personal things with others
On August 7, Dr. Sophon Iamsirithavorn Deputy Director-General, Department of Disease Control The Ministry of Public Health said that the situation of smallpox or monkeypox in Thailand has now found four confirmed cases, two foreigners and two Thai nationals. Although there is no specific cure for this disease, the disease can be cured on its own in 2-4 weeks with medication to treat the symptoms. The risk of contracting the disease mainly comes from contact with skin lesions such as rashes, pustules, secretions, or in very close contact with the patient or the patient’s wound. including contact through respiratory droplets from being in close contact with the patient, such as face to face
Dr. Sophon said that the disease prevention and control The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends the use of vaccinations in essential groups, such as frontline healthcare workers. However, the first priority is prevention of disease without close contact with the patient. Refrain from having sex with strangers. or not sharing things with others and wash your hands often To prevent infection is best. Even with the development of new vaccines however, the side effects and efficacy data of the vaccine must be monitored when it is used in the population. Thailand has already pre-ordered the smallpox vaccine. and is expected to be imported around the end of August 2022
Dr. Sophon continued that The target group of monkeypox vaccine imported into the country must consider many aspects, such as its effectiveness in preventing the disease. Be careful of side effects considering the epidemic situation Management which the Subcommittee on Immunization Has a meeting to discuss and determine the target groups to receive the preliminary vaccine, divided into 2 groups: 1. The group before exposure. (Pre-exposure) is a group of medical personnel who are at risk of infection, such as taking care of close patients. or laboratory staff and 2. Post-exposure group is to vaccinate the at-risk group within 14 days after exposure to the disease which, if injected early, will have an increased chance of preventing infection
“I advise people that vaccines are just one tool to prevent disease. No vaccine is one hundred percent effective against disease. Vaccines are responsible for reducing the severity of the disease, reducing serious illness, and reducing death. The most important thing is to have strict preventive behaviors. This will reduce the risk of contracting both chickenpox and COVID-19. Emphasize frequent hand washing. with soap and water or use alcohol gel Wear a mask, keep distance, avoid close contact. and refrain from having sex with strangers People with no prior history or illness especially those who have rashes, blisters, pus, and do not share personal things with others, etc.,” said Dr. Sophon.
However, if people have any doubts that they having symptoms related to chickenpox You can contact the nearest hospital for testing and diagnosis. For more information, please contact the Department of Disease Control hotline at 1422.