Ministry of Public Health is worried that high dust levels on Children’s Day will affect health. Advise parents to have children wear protective masks.

Department of Health predicts trends for National Children's Day. The value of small dust particles PM2.5 is higher than the standard. May affect the health of children. Request cooperation from parents to ensure that children wear appropriate protective masks. Ready to check dust levels before leaving the house. Dr. Atthaphon Kaewsamrit, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Health, revealed that from monitoring the PM2.5 situation in the country, it was found to exceed standard values ??in many provinces. Between 10-13 January 2024, there is a trend of dust levels exceeding standards. It can affect health, so during Children's Day you should give importance to protecting your child's health. This is because children's immune systems and lungs are not yet fully developed. and have a higher breathing rate than adults Makes it easy to have a chance to breathe in dust. So that children can fully participate in various activities in a dust-free and safe place. Before going out, parents should check the dust level to see what color level it is. and follow the instructions Including providing protection against dust from outside or having dust reduction equipment inside the room. or the area of ??the room where children are in order to reduce exposure to dust. Dr. Atthaphon went on to say that parents and guardians who plan to take their children on a trip or participate in activities on Children's Day in various places should pay special attention to their children's health. In the case of organizing outdoor activities such as activity areas, sports stadiums, parks, there may be an increased risk of inhaling dust into the body. If it is found that the dust level is at the orange or red level Children should be given a reduced time. or refrain from doing outdoor activities If you have to leave the building Have children wear masks to protect them from dust. By choosing a mask that has the appropriate mask size. and wear it snugly to the child's face In addition, during times when dust levels are high, pare nts and guardians must keep an eye on children's symptoms. If you notice unusual symptoms such as frequent coughing, difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, shortness of breath, wheezing. Hurry and take him to see a doctor. For children with chronic diseases such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Heart and blood vessel disease, you should prepare necessary medicines and equipment. And follow the doctor's advice. Before leaving the house, parents and guardians can closely monitor the air quality situation. Source: Thai News Agency