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Advancing mental health care: Taiwan’s new policy directions
President-elect Lai Ching-te’s mental health proposals have gained recognition from the medical community in Taiwan. The Taiwan Health Movement Alliance praises Lai’s initiatives, such as the "Mental Health Plan for Young People" and "Mental Health Leave," emphasizing the importance of mental health support and early intervention. Experts recommend adopting treatment guidelines from Europe and America, focusing on psychological interventions over medication. They also suggest establishing child and adolescent psychiatry centers and promoting integrated treatment models. Lai’s advocacy for physical and mental health, along with stress management education, is seen as crucial for building a healthy Taiwan.2024/04/01 18:25 -
Taiwan boosts childcare support: new subsidies announced
Vice President Lai Ching-te unveils plans to expand "National child care policy for ages 0-6" to ease family burdens. Increased subsidies for childcare costs and focus on early childhood education highlighted to address declining birth rates and support families with children.2024/03/26 13:52 -
Hsinchu City hosts fire safety event for kindergarteners
The Hsinchu City Government hosts a fire safety experience event for kindergarteners, featuring hands-on activities and interactive demonstrations to instill disaster prevention education in children through engaging activities. The event aims to teach disaster response skills and cultivate a correct concept of disaster prevention, emphasizing the importance of public safety from an early age.2024/03/25 17:46 -
Taiwan plans to expand childcare support for workers
Taipei government considers comprehensive aid for child care, extending to regular revisions. Ministry of Civil Service to add childcare leave for civil servants, with proposed seven days of paid leave for parents of children under six. Various measures implemented to improve childcare environment, including increased allowances and resources.2024/03/13 12:39 -
Taiwanese youth obesity crisis raises health concerns
A concerning rise in obesity among Taiwanese adolescents highlights the urgent need for awareness and intervention. Experts emphasize the link between lifestyle habits and chronic disease risks, advocating for early education on diet and exercise.2024/01/18 16:21 -
Taichung opens traffic theme park for kids’ safety education
Taichung City has unveiled its first children’s traffic theme park, Quan Yuan Children’s Traffic Theme Park, located next to Quanyuan Park in the East District. The park aims to educate youngsters about traffic safety while they play, featuring miniaturized zebra crossings, scooter waiting areas, railway level crossings, and a section on the blind spots of large vehicles. Parents can use bicycles and scooters with their children, providing a practical setting for hands-on traffic education. The park is part of Taichung’s "Melody Project" to create unique parks within city districts and integrates local historical elements. Plans are underway to partner with nearby schools for outdoor traffic education classes, fostering an early appreciation of traffic rules in students and enhancing public awareness of traffic safety.2023/12/20 20:51 -
Parents struggle to find quality education for their kids
Kindergartens in Taiwan usually see 2 to 3 teachers per class of 30 or more students.2023/01/18 17:36