Sino ThaiIn Thailand, as well as everywhere in the world, you can get sick with various diseases. Let’s talk about some of them below:
Diarrhea: caused by eating food or water with unsafe bacteria or viruses.
Malaria: transmitted through mosquito bites. There is a risk of infection in some areas of Thailand, especially in rural areas and near borders with neighboring countries.
Dengue: Also transmitted by mosquitoes. It manifests itself in the form of high fever, severe headache, joint and muscle pain. There is no vaccine for it.
Contagious hepatitis A: caused by eating food or water that has been contaminated with the feces of an infected person.
Parasites: In some parts of the country there is a risk of infection with parasites such as cysticercosis, opisthorchiasis and filariasis.
ACL (acute parenchymal necrosis of the liver): refers to diseases of the liver and can be caused by the use of alcohol or certain drugs and supplements.
It is important to get the necessary vaccinations before traveling to Thailand and take precautions to avoid illness such as avoiding drinking tap water, drinking only bottled or boiled water, using mosquito repellent and wearing protective clothing.
Maintain hygiene: Wash your hands and face regularly with warm water and soap for 30 seconds. Use hand sanitizer if handwashing is not possible at the moment.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick: Try to avoid close encounters and physical contact with them, especially if they are coughing, sneezing or showing respiratory symptoms.
Try to wear a mask: In public places where it is difficult to maintain physical distance, wear a mask to protect yourself from getting an infection.
Try to maintain social distance – maintain a distance of at least 1.5 meters between yourself and other people in public places.
Cover your mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing: Use a tissue or the crook of your elbow to cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze, preventing the spread of bacteria and viruses.
Avoid touching your face with dirty hands – especially your eyes, nose, and mouth – to avoid transmitting the infection to your respiratory system.
Try to keep your home well ventilated: an open window or air conditioning system will help reduce the risk of infection in enclosed spaces.
Follow local news: Stay up to date with the latest advice and guidance from local health authorities and public health organizations.
Keep your immune system healthy: Proper nutrition, moderate physical activity, adequate sleep, and stress management will help boost your immune system and increase its ability to fight infections.
Get vaccinated: Vaccination is an effective way to protect against many infectious diseases. Follow your doctor’s recommendations and vaccination programs to boost your immune defenses.
As for the covid, now the situation with its spread has returned to normal, although there are local outbreaks. Therefore, it is better to have medical insurance that includes hospitalization for covid and other serious illnesses.