Dengue Fever Control Measures Implemented By Local Administration.

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Dengue Fever control measures implemented by local administration.

At this time every year, the risks of contracting Dengue Fever begin to increase as Thailand moves into the Hot Season. The local authorities recognize these risks and employ counter measures to prevent the disease which can be fatal in some cases. This infectious disease is manifested by a sudden onset of fever, with severe headache, muscle and joint pains and rashes. Some cases develop much milder symptoms which can, when no rash is present, be misdiagnosed as influenza or other viral infections.Dengue Fever is transmitted to Humans by Mosquitoes and on Friday Morning, we joined Khun Mai, the Mayor of Nongprue as he oversaw a mosquito eradication program which is ongoing through the area located in the East of Pattaya.

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Pattaya City News

Friday 4th January 2008.

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This is the Aedes mosquito which causes this particular fever. Note the stripes on the legs.

I have seen quite a few of these nasty creatures in darkened areas of bathrooms etc. both in Singapore and Thailand.

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Good effort for the first week in January, and let's hope it continues throughout the season both in Pattaya and everywhere else in Thailand - not! Publicity stunt but something is better than nothing.