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Public health ministry urges vigilance amid rise in influenza cases
Photo courtesy of KhaoSod By Puntid Tantivangphaisal At the Ministry of Public Health yesterday, Dr Jurai Wongsawat and Dr Weerawat Manosutthi, a distinguished physician and government spokesperson, presented concerns over rising influenza cases this year and discussed the monitoring of hMPV and avian flu. They emphasised ways for families to maintain health and avoid illnesses. Last year, several major diseases required continuous observation, including Covid-19, influenza, dengue fever, acute respiratory infections, vector-borne diseases, gastrointestinal infections, and foreign diseases. Covid-19 saw 769,200 cases in 2024, with the highest incidence among individuals aged 60 and above, followed by those aged 30 to 39, and 20 to 29. There were 222 fatalities, predominantly among those over 60, with the JN.1 variant being the most common. This year, a decline is expected, with 3,493 cases and no deaths reported so far. Influenza had 668,027 cases in 2024, a 1.39-fold increase from the previous year, primarily affecting young children and school-aged individuals. There were 51 deaths, mostly among those with chronic illnesses and seniors over 65. The outbreaks were prominent in schools, prisons, temples, training centres, and military camps. In 2025, cases are expected to rise, with 14,537 cases and no fatalities. Dengue fever cases decreased by 0.7-fold last year, with 105,250 cases and 114 deaths, mainly among school-aged children and working adults. Mosquito habitats In 2025, a further reduction to 76,000 to 77,000 cases and 70 to 80 deaths is predicted if mosquito breeding sites are controlled and the House Index is kept below 5%. The public is advised to eliminate mosquito habitats and avoid NSAID medication for suspected dengue cases. Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) infections totalled 8,218 cases in 2024, mostly in children under two and increasingly in those over 65. Surveillance from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2024, showed RSV presence peaking between July and November, with RSV A in 2023 and RSV B in 2024. Streptococcus suis infection, or red ear disease, saw an average of 461 cases and 22 deaths annually over the past five years. In 2024, there were 956 cases and 59 deaths, with one death reported in Buriram this year. The deceased were mainly those over 65 with underlying conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease, with 40% having an alcohol abuse history. Dr Jurai highlighted the need for vigilance regarding PM 2.5 dust particles this winter. Between October 1, 2024, and January 8, 2025, PM 2.5 levels exceeded the red level, or 75 microgrammes per cubic metre, in Bangkok, Samut Sakhon, Saraburi, Nonthaburi, Nakhon Phanom, Phitsanulok, Phetchaburi, Ang Thong, Sing Buri, Nong Khai, Nakhon Pathom, and Pathum Thani. Doctor Weerawat discussed the Department of Disease Control (DDC)’s monitoring of diseases like human metapneumovirus (hMPV), a long-standing respiratory virus not linked to Covid-19, which sees increased cases in the rainy and winter seasons. Recent data from China indicates rising respiratory infections, particularly in northern provinces, with seasonal flu, rhinovirus, RSV, and hMPV detected. In Thailand, between January 1, 2023, and December 31, 2024, hMPV was found in 545 out of 15,299 samples, predominantly affecting children under five, those aged five to nine, and people over 60. Currently, there is no specific treatment or vaccine available, so prevention is advised. Avian flu, particularly H5N1, remains a concern globally, affecting both humans and animals. No human-to-human transmission has been observed. From December 20, 2024, to January 2, 2025, 261 cases were reported, with no new cases of avian influenza A (H5N1). The first death in 2025 was reported in Cambodia, where a 28 year old man from Kampong Cham died after handling and cooking sick chickens. Dr Weerawat also mentioned neglected tropical diseases prevalent in tropical countries, often overlooked due to their presence in developing nations, reported KhaoSod. In Thailand, these include dengue fever, malaria, elephantiasis, leprosy, tuberculosis, rabies, and various parasitic infections. To raise awareness and encourage collaboration, the World Health Assembly designated January 30 as World NTD Day. Source: The Thaiger -- 2025-01-15 -
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Homeless Man with blowtorch, suspected of arson during the Los Angeles wildfires
The saddest thing is, regardless of the outcome, California will probably have to spend $millions to defend the guy at trial and more $millions to provide him with "humane treatment", either in a prison, or some other institution. -
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Request for extension of stay following the initial 90 days
Hi. Received my passport back from immigration in Samui today with the annual visa based on retirement so thought I'd provide a summary which may help someone in the future. I originally booked an appointment on the 2nd January. I did this online. I received notification of the appointment via email on the 1st January with a list of a few things I should bring. Turned up on the 2nd and the lady at the window downstairs was not impressed. She refused to accept that I had an appointment and confirmed that Samui doesn't operate the online booking system. So waste of time. After 3 attempts she finally agreed to check my documents. I was missing the photos of my accommodation, the police form (which she supplied) and the letter from the bank. Bangkok Bank gave me a statement and updated my book with a transaction in the morning but no letter. Eventually got an appointment for the 8th January. On the 8th I deposited 100 baht via an ATM and updated the passbook at the machine outside Bangkok bank. I managed to get a copy of the passbook early. I already had the house photos and bank letter. On the 8th I was ticket number 3 at the immigration office and was there from about 8.20 to 9.30. Other than the initial interaction with the immigration lady on the 2nd I thought the process was fairly painless. Lots of collecting paperwork and the medical certificate but nothing too challenging. Fees 1900 visa 3800 multiple entry 300 medical certificate from Thai international Chaweng 200 bank statement and letter from Bangkok Bank. 100 copying 200 passport photos Thanks for all the help. I've attached a copy of requirements from the Samui office in case this helps. -
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Another go with Monurol to kill my prostatitis...
Thanks for reminding me of this exercise! I would like to also suggest the areas of herbal medicine and diet, where there is much to address the issue. -
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Photos of destruction as a result of the incompetent world leader & his party
Nothing ever comes of inquiries if they are stacked with those who don't want the truth to come out. They become performative circus entertainment to assuage the people's anger until it all becomes memory holed. The U.S. Congress is famous for holding hearings that end with nothing more than reports. Reports filled with information that had been uncovered by investigative journalists years earlier and had long been common public knowledge. We're dealing with politics, after all. The most disreputable profession known to man and older than prostitution. I understand your point of view but I've never been one to throw their hands up in the air in hopelessness. Mighty deeds have been accomplished through sheer determination, will, and the belief that it can be done. Heaven and earth seem to move in your direction at those times. Apollo 13 was a classic example. I absolutely agree. Anyone choosing to live in a high risk area for fire would be prudent to become as knowledge as one can and take preventative action beforehand. John Carr was one such person who had protective gear and a mask. My home would certainly be stocked with protective gear. In my opinion, local schools should teach on the subject. I absolutely disagree. California and it's political class have long been criticised about their land management policies, amongst other related policies. These fires proved them right. Whilst it may be true that some are trying to score cheap political points there's another valid possibility that those who claim the "cheap shot" seem to miss, either unintentionally or intentionally. It's common knowledge that bad politicians use this reasoning to steer people away from scrutinizing their abject failures, or even criminality, in order to cover their azzes. Which is it? Given everything known about Dem politicians and the fact that criticism have raged for years I would guarantee this narrative is purposeful and coordinated in order to distract. My advice? Be frickin' careful about jumping on someone's bandwagon before you think things through for yourself. They'll be sure to take you for a ride. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Wednesday 15 January 2025
Indian doctor accused of killing wife in Pattaya bathtub drowning By Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of The Times of India A romantic getaway in Pattaya turned into a nightmarish scene from a horror movie as an Indian doctor based in the city of Lucknow stands accused of murdering his wife by sedating her and causing her to drown in a hotel bathtub. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1348902-indian-doctor-accused-of-killing-wife-in-pattaya-bathtub-drowning/
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