Disease

Hand, Foot Mouth Disease in Thailand

The Thailand Ministry of Health is advising the public, particularly those that work around young children, about handwashing and personal hygiene in light of increased numbers of the contagious viral disease, hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD).

According to the latest data from the Bureau of Epidemiology, Thailand has seen 25083 HFMD cases through July 4 from all 77 provinces. One fatality has been reported.