(Bangkok Post file photo)The public must get dengue vaccinations, which work better for those who have already been exposed to the virus, says Assoc Prof Tawee Chotpitayasunondh, president of the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society of Thailand. Dr Tawee said dengue vaccinations, first introduced into private hospitals in Thailand last year, are crucial in curbing sickness and death in the country. According to the Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University, there were over 29,000 reported dengue cases in Thailand from Jan 1 to Aug 16. He said 75% of dengue cases are asymptomatic. Dr Tawee said 18 countries have introduced dengue vaccinations, including Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore and Brazil.

Source: Bangkok Post August 22, 2017 23:45 UTC