Doctor warns of leptospirosis and other infection risks in Thailand's floodwater
A MedPark Hospital infection specialist is warning of health risks from floodwater in flood-hit parts of Thailand, including leptospirosis. Assoc. Prof. Dr Maria Nina Chitasombat advises waterproof boots, sealing cuts and washing afterwards. High fever with severe calf pain needs immediate hospital care.
A MedPark Hospital infection specialist is warning of health risks from floodwater in flood-hit parts of Thailand, including leptospirosis. Assoc. Prof. Dr Maria Nina Chitasombat advises waterproof boots, sealing cuts and washing afterwards. High fever with severe calf pain needs immediate hospital care.
Floodwater is affecting the North, Northeast and parts of Central Thailand, and flash flood warnings covered 24 provinces as of late September 2026, according to Thaiger. Knowing the infection risks helps people protect themselves.
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