flu season 結果共13筆

Taiwan’s Xavier Chang calls for collaboration to tackle ER overcrowding, citing factors like flu season and nurse shortages. MOHW plans to boost nursing staff.

Taiwan’s CDC reports 137,000 flu-like illness consultations from Feb. 16-22, with H1N1 as the main virus. The CDC urges vaccination and hygiene practices.

Taiwan’s Health Ministry reports over 40,000 free flu vaccines administered after Barbie Hsu’s death. Additional doses are secured for high-risk groups.

Taiwan’s CDC launched a nationwide flu vaccination drive, distributing 100,000 doses amid high demand. Taipei received 11,160 doses, with extra for seniors.

Taiwan CDC reports a surge in flu cases with 128 severe cases and 28 deaths, including a boy under 10. Experts stress flu vaccination to prevent severe outcomes.

Cheng Ching Hospital in Taichung outlines flu prevention strategies: wear masks, get vaccinated, wash hands, and maintain social distance. Free flu shots are available.

Taipei’s Department of Health urges residents over 6 months to get flu vaccines amid rising concerns. With limited doses left, swift action is advised to prevent complications.

Taipei intensifies flu vaccination efforts with 18 new sites as Lunar New Year nears. Officials urge vaccinations to prevent severe cases, especially in high-risk groups.

Taiwan’s CDC reports a record high in flu cases with 139,000 medical visits from Jan. 5-11. The agency urges vaccinations amid rising severe cases and deaths.

Taiwan’s CDC reports 250 severe flu cases and 41 deaths this season, the highest in a decade. With a cold front coming, flu activity may rise. Vaccination urged.

Discover the latest on Taiwan’s flu season, including the rise in H1N1 cases, severe outcomes, and the expanded access to publicly-funded antivirals. Stay informed on prevention tips.

This year’s flu season during the Lunar New Year has been relatively mild, potentially due to higher flu vaccination rates and continued mask-wearing, according to Philip Lo, the Deputy Director-General and spokesperson for the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Typically, flu cases surge before and after the Lunar New Year, with the second day of the new year being the busiest for emergency rooms. Despite higher numbers in recent years, this year’s figures are considered mild compared to the pre-pandemic period. On the second day of the Lunar New Year, 6,787 individuals sought emergency care for flu-like symptoms. In previous years, the corresponding numbers were 4,313 in 2023, 1,564 in 2022, 2,458 in 2021, 9,240 in 2020, and 7,983 in 2019. Lo emphasized the need to monitor the potential impact of large gatherings as schools reopen and the travel season begins. In terms of vaccine stock, there are still 82,000 doses of the flu vaccine available, along with 226,000 doses of the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine and 4.38 million doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. Lo urged eligible individuals to get vaccinated promptly to enhance their protection.

Taiwan has been facing a persistent flu season since the beginning of the year, with three concurrent viruses spreading. Physician Huang Li-min from National Taiwan University Hospital warned of the severity of the flu outbreak and projected a potential two-year ’immunity debt’. Huang also highlighted the heightened risk of a Mycoplasma outbreak in Taiwan, urging the public to practice preventative measures such as vaccinations and adherence to public health guidelines. The Centers for Disease Control in Taiwan has implemented targeted surveillance and testing at international airports, leading to the detection of various viruses, including influenza, COVID-19, and adenoviruses. The World Health Organization is monitoring the Mycoplasma situation in China, urging vigilance despite a decline in the pandemic.