Tetanus
Tetanus
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What is Tetanus?
Tetanus is caused by a bacterium most often found in the soil, but spores can also be found in the faeces of domestic animals. Tetanus is usually contracted through minor wounds and burns, most frequently during the summer months or in warm climates. After an incubation period of around 12 [...]
Diphtheria
Diphtheria
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What is Diphtheria?
Diphtheria is an acute infection affecting the upper respiratory system. It is spread by droplets, which are passed through coughing or sneezing. It can also be transmitted via intimate contact with an infected person. It is a fatal disease. After contact with the disease the incubation period is about [...]
BCG Vaccination
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BCG vaccination, (also called a jab, injection or immunisation) has been shown to give 70%-80% protection against TB (Tuberculosis). The vaccine is given in a single dose following a ‘negative’ mantoux test.
The vaccine contains a weak form of the disease.
Local policy differs regarding the vaccination of babies. Some babies considered “at risk” will be [...]
Tuberculosis
Tuberculosis
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What is Tuberculosis?
Tuberculosis is a bacterial disease that most commonly affects the lungs.
It can also affect other major areas such as the bones and joints and kidneys.
Tuberculosis is spread from person to person via droplets in the air from coughing or sneezing. On rare occasions, it is spread via contaminated milk in [...]
Bann Pa Sak Ngam
Bann Pa Sak Ngam
The interrelation between man and forest
The shade of a gigantic timber tree reminded us that now we were traveling toward a small village of ‘Baan Pa Sak Ngam in Amphoe Doi Saked, Chiang Mai.
We followed the route of Mae Jo-Amphoe Prao and there we met with Por Luang Kamping Duangdee and [...]
