Health Risks
Dengue Fever may occur 5-8 days after a bite by the aedes mosquito in the day, especially in the rainy season. Symptoms are sudden chilly sensations, severe headaches, pain in the joints and severe tiredness. Fevers can get high but the disease is seldom fatal. Treatment is by rest, lots of fluids and paracetamol. Hospitalization is recommended in severe cases.
These seem hidden from normal life but the problems are extremely serious in this area. Whatever the relationship between the risk behaviour (unsafe sex, sharing needles) no-one should ignore the warnings.
Malaria is endemic in the border areas but not in Chiang Mai and is best dealt with by using repellents and nets. The mosquitoes are only a threat at night.
Rabies is not common but it exists. If you are bitten by an animal, consult a doctor and begin a course of injections immediately.
Road Accidents are one of the major risks to health in Chiang mai. All the main hospitals are well equipped to deal with trauma but the Maharaj (Government) and Chiang Mai Ram (Private) hospitals are considered the best.
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