"The Thai government is constantly maintaining heightened control over the sanitary condition of the affected regions and the prevention of epidemic diseases that could have been caused by the tsunami destruction. So far, not a single case of epidemic disease has been detected, so tourists can arrive in these regions without concern. Nevertheless, the Thai Ministry of Health advises the following.
Before the trip: prepare a standard tourist first-aid kit; prepare medications you take regularly to treat your chronic illnesses; prepare a portable flashlight and batteries for it; obtain a medical insurance policy; make photocopies of your passport and other important documents and leave them at home with information about your route and addresses of your whereabouts in Thailand. Foreign tourists are recommended to get vaccinated against tropical diseases (in accordance with the sanitary regulations existing in your countries).
During the trip: keep your passport and other important documents with you at all times in a waterproof plastic bag; refrain from walking in water if you are unsure of the condition of the bottom; it is advisable to enter the water wearing shoes; eat only freshly prepared or heat-treated food; drink clean water. If you have leftover food and plan to eat it later, make sure the packaging is sealed and clean, and also pay attention to the expiration date of food products; wear clothing that would protect your body from hypothermia.
If you develop a cough and runny nose, to prevent the spread of the disease, cover your nose and mouth when coughing, and urgently consult a doctor for treatment; for wounds and skin damage, thoroughly wash the wound with antiseptic and cover the wound with a clean bandage, and also immediately consult a doctor and treat the wound with the necessary medications. Wash your hands as often as possible; do not use handkerchiefs, towels, and belongings belonging to other people; consult a doctor with any suspicion of illness for timely treatment and prevention.
After the trip: in the event of diarrhea, fever, rash, or respiratory infection, immediately consult a doctor."
And one last thing that the Thai Ministry of Health did not mention, though it should have. The authorities of the Kingdom of Thailand are very tough in fighting drug addiction on their territory. Our viewers could judge how they treat foreigners suspected of involvement in drug trafficking from the TV series 'Bangkok Hilton' with the Australian beauty Nicole Kidman in the leading role.
In real life, Thai customs officers treat all unfamiliar medical drugs with great suspicion, as well as objects that could potentially be used for taking drugs (for example, disposable syringes). Therefore, all medications in your travel first-aid kit must be accompanied by a doctor's prescription, preferably in Latin and English.
Materials from the website RBC Turist.ru were used.