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MOPH details dengue plan and Qdenga vaccine access
Thailand's Ministry of Public Health responded to a parliamentary query on dengue prevention, outlining surveillance data showing 6,659 cases and 10 deaths from Jan 1 to May 20, 2026. Key measures include Emergency Operations Centers in high-risk areas, the 'Dengue Smart Care' diagnostic and treatment approach, and a push to expand Qdenga vaccine access, though it is not yet on the National List of Essential Medicines. Expats should seek prompt medical care if dengue is suspected and avoid NSAIDs when febrile.
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