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The Disease Control Department in Thailand has reported more than 7000 cases and 2 deaths due to hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) so far in 2011. Laboratory results showed that most patients were infected with enterovirus 71 rather than coxsackie A virus which is the usual pattern.
(Via Healthmap - accessed 29/08/11)
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.
