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Taiwan CDC reports rise in scrub typhus, dengue cases
Taiwan’s CDC reports nine scrub typhus and 39 imported dengue fever cases, urging protective measures. Learn how to stay safe during the Tomb-sweeping holiday.2025/03/27 14:00 -
Taipei reports new local dengue case in Zhongzheng district
Taipei’s Department of Health reports a new local dengue fever case in Zhongzheng District. The patient, a woman in her 50s, was diagnosed on Oct. 26. The source is unknown.2024/10/28 15:41 -
CDC announces local dengue case in Miaoli County
Miaoli County reports its first local dengue fever case of 2023, involving a man in his 30s from Zhunan Township. Health officials are investigating the source.2024/10/17 10:06 -
Tainan offers NT$1,000 rewards for dengue fever self-reports
Discover how Tainan is combating a surge in dengue fever cases with a unique incentive program, offering NT$1,000 vouchers for self-reporting cases. Learn about the city’s prevention efforts and rewards for citizens and foreign workers.2024/06/18 13:50 -
Tainan City confronts first dengue fever case of the year
Tainan City reports its first imported case of dengue fever from Indonesia, prompting preventative measures by the Tainan City Public Health Bureau. Learn about the symptoms and prevention of this mosquito-borne disease.2024/02/20 17:53 -
Taiwan reports 12 imported dengue fever cases in 2024
Stay informed about the recent dengue fever cases in Taiwan brought in from countries like Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia. Learn how to protect yourself from mosquito-borne illnesses while traveling abroad and upon return.2024/02/19 14:17 -
Tainan and Kaohsiung report rising dengue fever cases
The dengue fever outbreak in Taiwan continues to surge, with Tainan reporting 40 new local cases on Sunday (Nov. 19), pushing the total to 26,160. Kaohsiung added 51 cases on the same day, raising its cumulative count to 2,054. However, the Taiwan Centers for Disease Control (CDC) indicated a decreasing trend in 10 dengue fever hotspots in Tainan. The Tainan Dengue Fever Prevention and Control Center reminded people that the development time of mosquito larvae increases in temperatures below 20 degrees Celsius, but their growth and activity are only inhibited in conditions under 16 degrees. As temperatures drop, disease-carrying mosquitoes may seek shelter indoors.2023/11/20 16:33 -
Taiwan battles dengue outbreak amid higher temperatures
Taiwan faces a concerning spike in dengue fever cases, with Tainan bearing the brunt of over 80% of the 1,579 cases reported this year. As the nation grapples with rising temperatures and typhoon season, authorities intensify efforts to curb the disease’s spread. Learn about the factors driving the outbreak and essential prevention measures.2023/08/18 15:55