Thailand has recorded 107,570 influenza cases so far in 2025, including nine deaths, the country’s Public Health Ministry revealed in a statement on Tuesday (18 Feb).
The highest number of infections were found in children aged five to nine, followed by those under four and between 10 and 14 years old.
The most common strain detected is A/H1N1.
Among the nine fatalities, the youngest victim was 11 years old, while the oldest was 86, said Dr Jurai Wongsawat, spokeswoman for the Department of Disease Control.
Influenza cases have surged by approximately 15,000 per week — an increase from the 10,000 weekly cases reported during the same period in 2024.
According to The Nation, the provinces with the highest number of cases are Phayao, Lamphun, Chiang Rai, Phuket, Chiang Mai, Lampang, Bangkok, Nan, Ubon Ratchathani, and Nonthaburi.
The highest infection rates have been reported in schools, prisons, and military camps.
Source: Department of Disease Control
Dr Wongsawat noted that flu cases have been increasing, particularly after the relaxation of Covid-19 measures. The prolonged cold weather in 2024 also contributed to a rise in respiratory illnesses.
As children are more vulnerable to flu infections, schools are urged to implement strict measures to curb the spread.
“If a child is diagnosed with the flu, they should stay home for at least three to five days to prevent further transmission,” she advised.
She also emphasized the importance of annual influenza vaccinations, particularly for high-risk groups, including:
Health authorities continue to monitor the situation and urge the public to take preventive measures to reduce the spread of influenza.
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Featured image adapted from The Nation and Department of Disease Control.
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