Dengue outbreak hits Thai village with over 100 cases, ranking second nationwide

A severe dengue outbreak has hit Thailand’s northern Nan province, with over 100 cases reported in a single village. Ranking second in Thailand for the highest number of dengue patients, health officials are stepping up efforts to control the spread of the disease.

Dr. Warin Teppitaksak, the provincial public health officer, revealed that the dengue outbreak situation in Nan province is concerning, with Chiang Klang district having the highest number of dengue patients. The outbreak began in the village of Huay Kaeo, with over 100 patients coming from the same area.

Nan province health authorities found that the affected village was located close to a forest, where dried leaves and standing water facilitated mosquito breeding. Further investigations showed the surrounding agricultural areas had rubber trees and bamboo plantations, which also contributed to mosquito breeding due to standing water in areas with rubber leaves and bamboo cuttings.

Chiang Klang Hospital has had to adapt existing facilities to accommodate the increasing numbers of dengue patients while trying to prevent the further spread of the disease by installing mosquito nets for patients.

by Nattapong Westwood

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