The development of an operational model for creating a rabies-free zone in the tourist area between the border of Nong Khai Province and Saysettha District , Vientiane Capital (Laos PDR). The development of an operational model for creating a rabies-free zone in the tourist area between the border of Nong Khai Province and Saysettha District, Vientiane Capital (Laos PDR).

Abstract

Abstract

          This  study is  mixed methods research for translating policy into practice to provide a framework for creating rabies-free zones in the areas of 5 communities in Nong Khai Municipality and extending the results to use in border cities of neighboring countries, consisting of 4 steps: 1) reviewing related literature to determine the framework, concept, model; 2) Developing the model through consultation to create guidelines in the area; 3) Implementing the guidelines  by creating rabies-free zones in tourist community areas in the Nong Khai Municipality. 4) Expand the results by applying them to the city of Sai Settha Vientiane Capital Lao People's Democratic Republic (Lao PDR). The tools used in the study were a pet survey, an interview form, an observation form, and the data were analyzed using basic statistics such as frequency values, percentages, and content analysis.

         The results found that development to create rabies-free zones in tourist communities of Nong Khai Municipality. It comes from exchanging perspectives to brainstorm with relevant organization leaders in finding practices. That will be used as standards Under the Rabies 2535 including integrating work with network partners in the area and Campaigning to vaccinate pets annually, included in the 5-year development plan to create continuity. Then, apply the model to the Saisedtha city area. Vientiane Capital Lao People's Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) proactive operations in controlling and preventing rabies. There are limitations in terms of budget support founded that No pet data is stored and makes it difficult to analyze risk areas. The people in the area do not participate in disease prevention the same time, there has not been any concrete legal movement and enforcement.

Key words: Health Development Model, Rabies-                        free area in Tourism community,                                Rabies Free Area, Border Cross     

                   Tourism  Area.