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Taiwan to distribute 3M free COVID-19 tests amid sixth wave
Discover how Taiwan is combating the latest COVID-19 wave by distributing 3 million free home testing kits nationwide through clinics, aiming to enhance early detection and support public health.2024/06/12 17:04 -
Taiwan bans infant cell use in regenerative medicine
Discover how Taiwan’s new regenerative medicine legislation, a pioneering move, aims to protect vulnerable groups while fostering medical advancements. The law sets strict guidelines for cell donations and treatments, ensuring safety and transparency.2024/06/04 17:24 -
Taiwan premier tackles potential healthcare price collusion
Taiwan Premier Chen Chien-jen takes steps to prevent price collusion in medical institutions, emphasizing government commitment to health rights equality. Ministry of Health and Welfare cancels upper limit for registration fees at clinics, allowing price adjustments according to market mechanisms. Fair Trade Commission to intervene in case of price collusion.2024/03/07 16:22 -
Taiwan health minister assures control over medical fees
The story discusses Minister of Health and Welfare Hsueh Jui-yuan’s remarks on the competition among Taiwan medical institutions and the potential impact on registration fees. The Ministry of Health and Welfare is shifting away from fixed fee recommendations, raising concerns about fee hikes. Hsueh emphasized the need for oversight to prevent collusion and unfair practices, particularly in regions with limited healthcare resources.2024/03/07 13:22 -
Taiwan boosts pediatrician subsidies to NT$1,000 in 2024
Taiwan’s Minister of Health and Welfare, Hsueh Jui-yuan, has announced significant increases in subsidies for dedicated pediatricians starting in 2024. The "2023 Plan to Optimize Pediatric Medical Care" aims to improve the quality of pediatric care and attract more young practitioners to the field. The subsidy for physicians specializing in the care of each young child will double from NT$500 to NT$1,000. The optimization plan, with a total budget of NT$2.8 billion, will run from 2021 to 2024, with NT$2 billion allocated for 2024 alone. The implementation of the dedicated pediatrician system across the nation underscores the investment made in this critical healthcare sector. Currently, 22 counties and municipalities have implemented the dedicated pediatrician system for children aged 0 to 3, and since November, it has expanded to include newborns. There are currently 1,882 dedicated pediatricians serving over 184,000 young children across 1,048 medical institutions, bringing the national coverage rate to 40.5%.2023/12/19 16:51 -
First monkeypox fatality case confirmed in Taiwan
Taiwan’s Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is urging individuals to get vaccinated against monkeypox at one of 155 domestic medical institutions, following the emergence of a domestic monkeypox fatality case in the northern region. The CDC confirmed the first instance of a local man in his 30s contracting and subsequently dying from monkeypox. The man, who was HIV positive, fell ill on Nov. 1 and succumbed approximately 50 days after hospitalization. Monkeypox has a typical fatality rate of 0.1 to 0.2 percent, but it can be as high as 7 percent in individuals with an HIV-caused weakened immune condition. The CDC is specifically urging people with underlying conditions to seek vaccination against monkeypox to prevent the development of severe conditions.2023/11/08 19:46 -
Anatomy classes in Taiwan struggle with donor deficit
Facing a pressing shortage, Taiwan’s medical schools, especially non-religious institutions like Taipei Medical University, are calling for more body donors for anatomy classes. The gap between demand and supply highlights the need for greater public awareness and a shift in societal attitudes.2023/11/05 12:25 -
Newborns to be enrolled in nationwide healthcare project
The Ministry of Health and Welfare in Taiwan has announced the enrollment of all newborn babies in the nationwide "Project of Holistic Physicians for Young Children." Parents with children under the age of three are also encouraged to participate in the project at no additional cost. The project has seen positive results since its launch, treating cases of prolonged jaundice and tracking patients for fluoride treatment and developmental delays. Enrollment numbers show that 37.6% of the nation’s population has participated, with an increase in participation from vulnerable families and groups. The project aims to identify developmental delays and provide integrated systems for health and social care services, particularly for children in high-risk families. The Ministry is working to increase accessibility by engaging hospitals at all levels and allowing parents to choose their preferred medical institutions registered for the project.2023/10/25 17:33