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Discover the latest on Taiwan’s Mpox outbreak: 377 cases reported since June 2022, with a focus on prevention and the importance of vaccination. Learn about the spread, symptoms, and health advice.

Discover Taiwan’s plan to extend free HPV vaccinations to junior high school boys by 2025, aiming to combat HPV-related cancers and join over 70 countries with gender-neutral policies.

Discover the latest on Taiwan’s COVID-19 vaccine strategy as the CDC plans to select a variant for the fall vaccination campaign amid rising cases and new FDA recommendations.

Discover the latest on Taiwan’s COVID-19 surge: CDC reports a record high in complications and predicts a peak in mid-July, with a stark warning on vaccination rates.

Discover the latest on Taiwan’s COVID-19 surge: cases rise to 817, with seniors above 65 making up 90% of deaths. The CDC highlights the dominance of the JN.1 strain and urges vaccination with the XBB vaccine to combat the trend. Read more on the current situation and health advice.

Discover how Taiwan plans to expand HPV vaccinations to junior high boys by 2025, aiming for nationwide coverage and addressing vaccination disparities. Learn about the ongoing discussions on enhancing vaccine accessibility for other diseases.

Discover the latest on Taiwan’s COVID-19 situation: a surge in cases, rising death toll, vaccination updates, and the prevalence of variant strains. Stay informed on public health measures.

Discover the latest on Taiwan’s COVID-19 situation: a new wave with rising local cases, the JN.1 variant’s prevalence, and the CDC’s vaccination push for high-risk groups.

Starting September 1, Taipei will extend its free HPV vaccination program to junior high school boys, aiming for a 70% vaccination rate with initiatives including school tours and educational sessions on vaccine safety and benefits.

Explore the latest on Taiwan’s health crisis as it battles a surge in virus cases, including COVID-19 and influenza, leading to overcrowded hospitals. Learn why experts urge mask-wearing and vaccination.

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.

The Taiwan CDC reports over 90,000 flu cases last week, with 22 severe cases and six deaths. Vaccination urged to reduce risk. Second pertussis case confirmed, highlighting rise in cases globally. Travelers advised to consider vaccination and wear masks in affected areas.

Stay informed about the latest updates on flu and COVID-19 vaccination in Taiwan. With flu vaccine supplies running low, the Taiwan CDC urges residents to get vaccinated. Learn more about vaccination locations and second doses for high-risk individuals.

Taiwan’s CDC reports seven measles cases, highlighting the risk of a spring outbreak despite a high vaccination rate. Health officials stress the importance of vaccination, especially for travelers to affected regions.

The Taiwan Centers for Disease Control (CDC) revised information on measles spread, revealing two cluster infections instead of four. With a potential spike in cases predicted for March and April, the CDC urges the public to get vaccinated to prevent shortages.

Lawmakers and health advocates in Taipei call for gender equality in cancer prevention policy, pushing for junior high school boys to be included in the public HPV vaccination program. Data shows higher rates of oral HPV infections and head and neck cancer in males. Taipei City has already allocated funds for HPV vaccinations for boys, with calls for nationwide implementation. Suggestions include using increased tobacco health surcharge revenue to fund vaccinations. Calls for equal opportunities in cancer prevention measures for all students and a focus on lowering cancer risks for children.

Taipei reports increase in measles cases in Taiwan, including imported cases from Malaysia. CDC urges vaccination to prevent spread.

Stay informed about Taiwan’s government-funded influenza vaccination program starting on March 5. All citizens aged six months and older are now eligible for flu shots to curb the spread of the flu post-lantern festivals. High-risk groups like seniors, preschool children, and medical staff are encouraged to get vaccinated promptly. Supplies are limited, with about 70,000 doses left as of Feb. 27. Vaccine effectiveness varies by age and health condition, ranging from 30 to 80 percent.

Taiwan reports its first domestic measles case of 2024, with a man in his 30s testing positive in the Northern part of the country. The Centers for Disease Control are investigating possible sources of infection and monitoring 199 individuals who had contact with the patient. Vaccination is urged, especially for infants older than one year.

Taiwan grapples with a surge in virus transmission amidst a cold front. Learn about the impact and the crucial role of vaccination and health measures in curbing the spread.

Taiwan has received 462,800 doses of Novavax’s XBB vaccine, with distribution starting on January 9, 2023, according to the Taiwan Centers for Diseases Control (CDC). In May of this year, Taiwan categorized Covid-19 as a class 4 endemic disease, similar to seasonal flu. The decision was based on clinical trial reports and immunization recommendations from the U.S., the European Union (EU), and the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) of the Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW). Unvaccinated individuals are advised to receive two doses of 0.5mL each, administered at least four weeks apart. Those who have already received a COVID-19 vaccine should receive a single dose of 0.5mL, provided at least three months have passed since their last dose. The domestically available XBB vaccine includes those produced by Moderna and Novavax, and recipients can choose either brand for vaccination.

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).

Taiwan’s Centers for Disease Control (CDC) warns of a potential flu epidemic around the Lunar New Year due to an increase in Type B influenza infections. Over 6 million government-funded flu vaccines have been administered, with a vaccination rate exceeding 50% among senior citizens. Several counties have reached the target vaccination rate of 55% for seniors. Influenza outpatient and emergency department visits have shown a recent downward trend, but adenoviruses remain the leading respiratory pathogens. H3N2 is more prevalent than H1N1, with a rising proportion of Type B influenza cases. There have been 14 new severe influenza complications and three additional deaths, mainly affecting individuals with chronic illnesses who were unvaccinated. As of December 11, 6.098 million public-funded flu vaccine doses have been administered, achieving a vaccination rate of 50.4%. Officials urge eligible citizens to promptly get vaccinated, as approximately 500,000 doses of government-funded flu vaccine remain.

Taiwan is experiencing a surge in COVID-19 complications and deaths, with the CDC reporting the highest weekly count in a month. Authorities are encouraging vaccinations, especially for high-risk groups, as the country braces for a peak in infections.

Taiwan’s CDC warns that respiratory illness cases in China may peak around Lunar New Year due to multiple pathogens affecting the northern regions. The CDC emphasizes that the surge is not caused by a single agent and poses challenges across different age groups. In addition to mycoplasma, other infectious threats like influenza and COVID-19 should not be ignored. To prepare for increased cross-strait travel, the CDC urges vaccination against flu and COVID-19, especially for the elderly and young children with weaker immune systems. Non-essential trips to China are recommended to be postponed as a precautionary health measure.