The rainy season in Thailand in 2025 not only requires coping with humidity but also vigilance against diseases that come with the cool, damp weather, especially in homes with young children or the elderly. Let’s take a look at which diseases are currently spreading heavily and how to stay safe throughout the rainy season.
1. RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)
At-risk group: Children aged 0–5 years and those with weakened immune systems
Symptoms: Fever, cough, runny nose; if severe, it may progress to bronchitis or pneumonia
Duration: Generally recovers in 1–2 weeks
Prevention: Avoid close contact with infected individuals, wash hands frequently, eliminate dust and germs in the home
2. Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
At-risk group: Young children, especially those under 5 years old
Symptoms: Fever, clear blisters on hands, feet, and mouth, and may have sores in the mouth
Duration: Recovers within 7 days
Prevention: Wash hands frequently, separate personal items of sick children, and maintain cleanliness of toys
3. Influenza
Main strains: A and B
Symptoms: High fever, body aches, cough, runny nose; in some cases, it may lead to pneumonia
Risks: May lead to death, especially in at-risk groups
Prevention methods: Annual vaccination, wearing masks, hand washing, and staying home when unwell
4. COVID‑19 (SARS‑CoV‑2)
Although it is an endemic disease, it continues to spread during the rainy season because the virus spreads in humid air
Symptoms: Fever, cough, fatigue, muscle pain, sore throat, and possible loss of taste and smell
Prevention methods: Wear masks in crowded places, wash hands, and only leave home after symptoms have resolved
Easy-to-understand tips for preventing diseases during the rainy season
| Prevention | Details |
|---|---|
| Personal hygiene | Wash hands frequently, use masks in humid environments, avoid sharing items with sick individuals |
| Keep the home safe | Open windows for ventilation, clean floors, walls, and children’s toys |
| Vaccinate according to guidelines | Covering influenza, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines for at-risk groups |
| Choose products that enhance hygiene | such as interior paints with antimicrobial properties and air-filtering capabilities like BegerShield AirFresh Gold iON |
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Product Highlights
- Kills bacteria and viruses on walls up to 99.99%, such as RSV, COVID-19, influenza, and fungi
- Helps filter harmful substances in the air, such as formaldehyde and PM2.5 dust
- Easy to wipe clean, resistant to heavy scrubbing, and does not accumulate moisture
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Summary: This rainy season can be protected if you are prepared
In the rainy season of 2025, diseases to watch out for include RSV, hand-foot-mouth disease, influenza, and COVID-19, which are commonly found in Thailand, especially in homes with young children or the elderly. Paying attention to personal health and maintaining a clean and germ-free home environment is an important first line of defense. Choosing products that enhance hygiene, such as BegerShield AirFresh Gold iON interior paint, which has disinfecting and air-filtering properties, is another option that helps increase confidence and safety for your home during the rainy season effectively.
References:
- RSV Virus: A Hidden Threat to Children | Siriraj Hospital
- Diseases Associated with the Rainy Season | Siriraj Hospital
- Hand-Foot-Mouth Disease | pidst.or.th
- Influenza and Influenza Vaccine | pidst.or.th
