Dengue: Medical Training in Koh Kong and Pursat

• 2 provinces. Koh Kong and Pursat receive medical training on dengue.
• Rising cases. The Ministry of Health responds to an increase in dengue cases.
• Staff training. The goal is to improve diagnosis and treatment.
• Target audience. Local doctors, nurses, and healthcare workers.
• Expat impact. Expats in Siem Reap should strengthen prevention.

The Ministry of Health responded to the rise in dengue cases by organizing training sessions in the most affected provinces.

1. Early 2026: Increase in dengue cases reported in several provinces, including Koh Kong and Pursat.
2. Mid-August 2026: The Ministry of Health announces a training program for medical staff.
3. August 24, 2026: Official launch of training in Koh Kong and Pursat.
4. Coming weeks: Deployment of training in other provinces if necessary.
5. Follow-up: Evaluation of the impact of training on patient care.

The training primarily targets the provinces of Koh Kong and Pursat, but other areas may be included depending on the situation.

• Expats should intensify use of mosquito repellents, especially during the day.
• Eliminate stagnant water around homes to reduce breeding sites.
• Seek medical attention promptly if fever, headache, or joint pain occurs.
• Training in neighboring provinces could improve care if cases spread.
• Stay informed about local health alerts via official channels.

1. Step 1: Use a repellent containing DEET or icaridin, applied to exposed skin.
2. Step 2: Wear long-sleeved clothing and pants, especially at dawn and dusk.
3. Step 3: Install window screens and use insecticide-treated bed nets for sleeping.
4. Step 4: Regularly empty containers with standing water (saucers, buckets, tires).
5. Step 5: Watch for symptoms: sudden fever, severe headache, pain behind the eyes, rash.
6. Step 6: See a doctor as soon as symptoms appear; do not take aspirin or ibuprofen without medical advice.
7. Step 7: Follow recommendations from the Ministry of Health and local authorities.