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The northern region of Thailand has reported a high number of HFMD infections among children. Since Jan 2012, the Ministry has reported over 6000 cases, which is three times higher than that of the same period in 2011. Nearly 2000 cases are in the North.
(Via ReliefWeb - accessed 20/06/12)
Advice for Travellers
HFMD is a common viral illness which spreads rapidly among children in particular; outbreaks most often occur in children's nurseries and daycare centres. Transmission is via direct contact with nose and throat secretions and faeces of an infected individual and by aerosol droplet spread. Personal hygiene and handwashing is paramount in reducing transmission of the virus.
