webfact Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 Thailand's Ministry of Public Health has alerted the public to the perils of the ongoing heatwaves, following the death of 30 individuals from heatstroke this year. Health professionals are advising people to avoid direct sun exposure for long periods, particularly considering the increased COVID-19 risk for susceptible people. Increased temperatures in the country have led to health problems linked to intense heat. Heatstroke, an often lethal condition arising from the body overheating, is a predominant risk, particularly for those who spend substantial time outdoors in the sun. Doctors advise drinking plenty of water and using electrolyte solutions for profuse sweaters. Alcohol consumption, which can heighten dehydration, is discouraged. Citizens are also urged to dress in light-coloured clothing that promotes proper ventilation, and avoid leaving people in parked cars where the heat can increase rapidly. Thailand's post-Songkran period has seen a rise in COVID-19 infections particularly in the elderly and those with pre-existing health issues. Therefore, those at high risk are encouraged to follow precautions like wearing masks in crowded areas and practising good hand hygiene. Influenza is also widespread with 128,156 cases reported since the start of the year, affecting all age groups. Vaccination is advocated for the general population, including high-risk individuals, to avert severe flu and COVID-19 complications. Moreover, dengue fever has been reported in 24,108 cases, primarily in children aged 5-14 years, resulting in 22 deaths. The authorities have urged the public to help eliminate mosquito breeding areas to tackle not only dengue but also chikungunya and Zika virus infections. Self-medication is discouraged for symptoms like high fever, vomiting, abdominal pain, rashes, and bleeding spots on the skin with only paracetamol recommended for fever. As heatwaves continue, the Ministry of Public Health is emphasizing preventive measures and vigilance for COVID-19 and influenza while encouraging mosquito control to curb vector-borne diseases. Top Image courtesy of Khaosod -- ASEAN NOW 2024-04-25 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe 1 1 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post JimHuaHin Posted April 25 Popular Post Share Posted April 25 Only 30 heatstroke-related deaths this year? A nice round figure, which seems rather low to be considering the current "heatwave". 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianthainess Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 You can add at least one more to that, my elderly cat I've had for 12yrs just died, I'm sure the heat eventually got to her 😢 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Emdog Posted April 25 Popular Post Share Posted April 25 RIP How about heat plus abominable low quality of air? Sort of a "one-two" punch? 1 2 2 2 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post dinsdale Posted April 25 Popular Post Share Posted April 25 Around the average so far then. https://www.nationthailand.com/thailand/general/40036190 "A total of 131 deaths were caused by heatstroke between 2019 and 2023, or more than 26 per year, according to Public Health Ministry data. Most of the victims were senior citizens and those in the working population." https://www.thailand.go.th/issue-focus-detail/009_154 "The Department of Medical Services has reported that, between March and May 2015-2019, an average of 43 people per year died because of hot weather." 30 Deaths from Heatwaves in Thailand Thailand hasn't had a heatwave let alone more than one this year. It's very hot everyday that's for sure and as shown above people will die from heatstroke in this weather but it's not a heatwave/heatwaves. "Increased temperatures in the country have led to health problems linked to intense heat." Temperatures have not increased and are in the normal range of highs for this time of year. The problem is the temperatures are staying at the high end of the scale and there's no respite. Bloody hot month but not a heatwave. 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dinsdale Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 12 minutes ago, brianthainess said: You can add at least one more to that, my elderly cat I've had for 12yrs just died, I'm sure the heat eventually got to her 😢 Sorry to hear that. 12 is not old for a cat. I had two back in the day. The male was 18 and the female 21 when they died. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianthainess Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 2 minutes ago, dinsdale said: Sorry to hear that. 12 is not old for a cat. I had two back in the day. The male was 18 and the female 21 when they died. Was that in Thailand ? I hear Thai cats don't live as long, + our cat was not allowed in the house anymore due to her peeing and pooping wherever she wanted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dinsdale Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 4 minutes ago, brianthainess said: Was that in Thailand ? I hear Thai cats don't live as long, + our cat was not allowed in the house anymore due to her peeing and pooping wherever she wanted. No mate it wasn't in Thailand. I did think after I posted that life expectancy might be lower here. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dick turpin Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 Don't know about "profuse sweaters," but got a rather nice M&S cardie for Christmas. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Boedog Posted April 25 Popular Post Share Posted April 25 and the increased covid 19 risk, really just let it go 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mfd101 Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 Well at least here they don't need the government to broadcast (as I gather they do in the UK in hot weather) messages for old people reminding them to turn off the heater. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post hotchilli Posted April 25 Popular Post Share Posted April 25 4 hours ago, webfact said: Thailand's Ministry of Public Health has alerted the public to the perils of the ongoing heatwaves, following the death of 30 individuals from heatstroke this year. Health professionals are advising people to avoid direct sun exposure for long periods, particularly considering the increased COVID-19 risk for susceptible people. What ? 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post kwan Posted April 25 Popular Post Share Posted April 25 How about a massive water festival to cool people off ! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AAArdvark Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 17 minutes ago, Boedog said: and the increased covid 19 risk, really just let it go Don't let it go but i d see the connection of heat wave and covid 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PETERTHEEATER Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 1 hour ago, dick turpin said: Don't know about "profuse sweaters," but got a rather nice M&S cardie for Christmas. ....and some fell on stoney ground.....😀 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobthegimp Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 I'm surprised they didn't work Ukraine and the Middle East into this story, as most of the other boxes have been ticked. Climate lockdowns coming soon. 3 hours ago, brianthainess said: You can add at least one more to that, my elderly cat I've had for 12yrs just died, I'm sure the heat eventually got to her 😢 It died from a Thai "heatwave" outside of Thailand? 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Jimbo 12345 Posted April 25 Popular Post Share Posted April 25 People are dying, and you all think it's a f@kin joke, shame on all of you, pathetic the lot of you 2 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
borderhopper2005 Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 (edited) 30 deaths from the heat wave. I bet they are mostly from the poor background; not having air-conditioning at home/work place. It is always the less fortunate that is worst impacted by the environmental changes. Very sad. Edited April 25 by borderhopper2005 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangkok Barry Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 In Europe over 70,000 died in a heatwave there in 2022, according to a quick glance of Google. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bristolgeoff Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 It is hot and the prison don,t have AC except for the offices.No surprise really Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McTavish Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 8 hours ago, webfact said: Thailand's Ministry of Public Health has alerted the public to the perils of the ongoing heatwaves, following the death of 30 individuals from heatstroke this year. Health professionals are advising people to avoid direct sun exposure for long periods, particularly considering the increased COVID-19 risk for susceptible people. The Government's gotta do something about this heat ... 😎 Fix this and PM2.5 goes away too People die every day due to many causes, pneumonia, heatstroke, cancer or the #57 bus - it's not altogether avoidable, almost normal, although what does Covid has to do with heat? Vitamin D from sun exposure is a preventative, no? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkshire Tea Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 Have they released the number dying due to the smoke (or dust as they seem to prefer to call it)? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Bday Prang Posted April 25 Popular Post Share Posted April 25 1 hour ago, Jimbo 12345 said: People are dying, and you all think it's a f@kin joke, shame on all of you, pathetic the lot of you get over yourself people die every day of the year 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bday Prang Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 1 hour ago, borderhopper2005 said: 30 deaths from the heat wave. I bet they are mostly from the poor background; not having air-conditioning at home/work place. It is always the less fortunate that is worst impacted by the environmental changes. Very sad. I would bet that they were people with pre existing health conditions, or people who ignored the haat and carried on regardless probably not drinking enough water. The less fortunate are invariably impacted more by just about everything, that's probably why they are classed as" less fortunate " 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bday Prang Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 (edited) 5 hours ago, mfd101 said: Well at least here they don't need the government to broadcast (as I gather they do in the UK in hot weather) messages for old people reminding them to turn off the heater. its pathetic in the UK. twenty- something year old TV and radio announcers telling pensioners to drink water and stay in the shade and open a window the moment it reaches 25 deg Edited April 25 by Bday Prang 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bday Prang Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 4 hours ago, PETERTHEEATER said: ....and some fell on stoney ground.....😀 that's the second best place for an M&S cardigan, after the bin of course. I can't believe anybody would admit to having one, especially here 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arick Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 Its a lot higher then that. Neighbour died last night sitting in his bamboo hut with just a little fan at 44 Celsius. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arick Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 2 hours ago, borderhopper2005 said: 30 deaths from the heat wave. I bet they are mostly from the poor background; not having air-conditioning at home/work place. It is always the less fortunate that is worst impacted by the environmental changes. Very sad. What's funny is my horse hasn't broken a sweat but he demands to be showered every hour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobthegimp Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 27 minutes ago, arick said: Its a lot higher then that. Neighbour died last night sitting in his bamboo hut with just a little fan at 44 Celsius. It didn't occur to him to wet himself down and sit in front of the fan? Why didn't he knock on your door and pop in for a cold drink? You seem like a decent sort who would have helped him out, as would most posters on this board. Where in Thailand is it 44c at night? Most places away from large bodies of water have greater diurnal temperature ranges and cool off significantly at night. 1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dinsdale Posted April 25 Share Posted April 25 51 minutes ago, arick said: What's funny is my horse hasn't broken a sweat but he demands to be showered every hour. Please supply a pic of you on your horse. Or just a puicture of your horse. We would all love to see it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now