EDIS Number: BH-20140722-44631-THA
Date / time: 22/07/2014 14:35:42 [UTC]
Event: Biological Hazard
Area: Asia
Country: Thailand
State/County: Province of Phitsanulok
Location: [The area was not defined]
Number of Deads: N/A
Number of Injured: N/A
Number of Infected: 14 person(s)
Number of Missing: N/A
Number of Affected: N/A
Number of Evacuated: N/A
Damage level: N/A
Description:
Dr. Boonterm Tansurat, a public health doctor in Phitsanulok province, revealed that many contagious diseases such as leptospirosis spread rapidly during the rainy season. Leptospirosis is caused by exposure to urine of infected mice and it can be passed along through animals who are carriers of the disease such as dogs, cows, pigs, goats, and sheep. In Phitsanulok province, 14 people so far have fallen ill from the disease. Farmers are advised to take caution, as leptospirosis often spreads through contact with water. The incubation period of this disease is usually about 5-14 days. Some symptoms may include fever, headache, and pain on the eyes or the temple area. Patients may also experience severe muscle pain on the thighs and the back. Should anybody notice anything unusual, they are advised to go see the doctor immediately.
