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Taiwan and Haiti strengthen ties with new healthcare and food security projects. President Lai and Minister Jean-Baptiste discuss cooperation and mutual support.

Taiwan faces a critical shortage of emergency physicians, with experts warning of overcrowded ERs and staffing issues. The aging workforce deters new doctors.

A National Taiwan University Hospital doctor was sentenced to three years for sexually assaulting a patient. The Ministry of Health and Welfare plans disciplinary actions.

NTUH faces scrutiny over potential fee hikes amid a new budget system. Health Minister Chiu denies plans, emphasizing autonomy’s role in hospital development.

President Lai Ching-te welcomed Tuvalu’s new ambassador, Lily Tangisia Faavae, to Taiwan, emphasizing cooperation on climate change and authoritarianism. The meeting highlighted the 45-year friendship and ongoing collaboration in healthcare, agriculture, and technology.

President Lai Ching-te inaugurated the Aeromedical Building at Tri-Service General Hospital’s Songshan Branch, enhancing Taiwan’s healthcare resilience. He emphasized the hospital’s role in defense resilience and introduced a Forward Surgical Team. The government also launched initiatives for climate change and healthcare improvements.

A measles outbreak at a Taiwan hospital has led to a special vaccination clinic at National Taiwan University Hospital. The clinic offers self-paid shots, prioritizing healthcare workers and travelers. Despite high demand, the outbreak is contained with no new cases.

The Ministry of Health and Welfare assures a stable infusion supply in Taiwan through the Lunar New Year despite potential shortages. Domestic production and imports aim to fill gaps left by Y F Chemical Corp.’s halted operations.

Taiwan’s Ministry of Health and Welfare plans to enhance anesthesia training to address anesthesiologist shortages. Discussions will begin after Lunar New Year.

President Lai Ching-te welcomes new Guatemalan ambassador Luis Raúl Estévez López, highlighting 90 years of friendship. They aim to boost ties in healthcare, agriculture, and education.

Discover how Taiwan’s CDC plans to rename COVID-19 and reduce reporting burdens on medical institutions as cases decline for the sixth consecutive week. Learn about the new criteria and strategic adjustments.

Taichung’s first Proton Therapy Center at China Medical University Hospital brings advanced cancer treatment to central Taiwan, promising new hope for patients.

Cancer has been in Taiwan’s top ten causes of death for 42 consecutive years. Chiu Tai-yuan discussed the establishment of a cancer drug fund; 880,000 patients in 2023, cancer drugs cost $ 39.4 billion, and the Taiwan Healthcare Reform Foundation (THRF) called for a fund of tens of billions of dollars to clarify the financial resources and regulations.

Discover how Taiwan’s Health Promotion Administration is revolutionizing cancer care with a new family-centered model in seven hospitals, aiming to improve survival rates and provide holistic support.

Discover how Taiwan is tackling climate change, healthcare, and defense challenges with three new committees announced by President Lai Ching-te, aiming for global cooperation and innovation.

Discover how Taiwan is moving towards normalcy with the end of its nationwide mask mandate on May 19, as announced by the CDC. Learn about the new guidelines and the emphasis on vaccination and hygiene.

Wang Cheng-hsu, successor to former Legislative Speaker You Si-kun, was sworn in as a legislator in Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan, pledging to enhance public health. Wang, a healthcare expert, aims to fulfill President-elect Lai Ching-te’s vision for better health care. His appointment was celebrated by former Legislator Chiu Tai-yuan, who believes Wang’s expertise will benefit Taiwan’s medical community.

Taiwan confronts the challenges of an aging society, with initiatives addressing loneliness and social support among older individuals. Volunteers play a crucial role in providing companionship and assistance in New Taipei’s Pingxi District.

Taiwan’s Ministry of Health and Welfare has announced updates to its Rules of Medical Diagnosis and Treatment by Telecommunications, expanding telemedicine services to a larger population under certain conditions, effective July 1. Approximately 2.47 million individuals are expected to benefit from these changes. The updates aim to adapt to the post-COVID-19 healthcare landscape and extend the scope of telemedicine to five special situations, including chronic disease care, end-stage disease care, custody care in correctional facilities, care for the mobility challenged, and care during disasters, communicable diseases, or other significant changes. Minister of Health and Welfare Hsueh Jui-yuan clarified that not all patients can avail of telemedicine services, as evaluation by healthcare units is mandatory, and physicians who violate the rules may face a maximum fine of NT＄100,000. The new process combines physical outpatient services with telemedicine to reduce costs and time for patients requiring post-acute care, offering a convenient and seamless healthcare experience. The updated rules broaden the range of medical services that physicians can provide through telecommunication. Additionally, the Ministry has stated that doctors, after evaluating the patient’s stable condition, can now electronically prescribe medication for patients with chronic mental illnesses or in end-stage care, including regulated drugs like morphine.

Taiwan’s National Health Insurance (NHI) has achieved a satisfaction rate of 91.2% in 2023, according to the Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW). This is the first time the satisfaction rate has not decreased despite an increase in insurance costs. Previous reductions in satisfaction were observed in 2002 and 2006 due to premium increases, and in 2013 following the implementation of the second-generation NHI. The highest-rated aspects of the NHI were accessibility to medical treatment and the quality of medical care, with increased insurance costs ranking third. The satisfaction rate reached its peak during times of pandemic, likely due to the introduction of home-based medical care services and improved medical accessibility. Since 2021, the satisfaction rate has consistently remained above 90% and even reached a new all-time high during the pandemic. Taiwan has been ranked number one in the global healthcare index published by NUMBEO for the past five years. The NHI budget has also seen significant growth, increasing by over 48% from NT$590.5 billion in 2015 to NT$875.5 billion in 2024. The survey involved 3,257 participants aged 18 in Taiwan, and while public satisfaction with the NHI is high, physicians generally express lower levels of satisfaction.

Taiwan’s Social Protection Expenditure (SPE) for 2022 has reached a new high of NT$2.5342 trillion, according to the Directorate-General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics (DGBAS). This represents a 4.9% growth rate and an increase of NT$118.1 billion compared to the previous year. The DGBAS attributes the significant growth to factors such as increased costs related to COVID-19 vaccine procurement and vaccination efforts, higher National Health Insurance payments, and increased funding for childcare allowances and educational subsidies. Social security spending in Taiwan aims to mitigate risks or burdens associated with aging, disabilities, survivors, sickness and healthcare, childbirth, family and children, unemployment, occupational injuries, and housing, following the standards of the International Labor Organization (ILO).

Eight new regulations are taking effect in Taiwan in November, covering sectors in healthcare, public transport, and the environment. The Taiwan High Speed Rail (THSR) is introducing sustainable deals, offering a NT$5 discount on hot beverages to passengers who bring their own reusable cups. State-funded flu vaccines will be available for individuals aged 50 to 64, and those aged 65 and over can take shots in the second phase of the pneumococcal vaccine program.

Taiwan’s MOHW announces ＂Holistic Physicians for Young Children＂ project, but pediatricians express concerns over workload and compensation. Learn more about the childcare initiative.