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Taiwan’s aging crisis sparks record vaccine purchase
Taiwan’s CDC will procure 7.05 million flu vaccine doses for autumn and winter, aiming for over 30% coverage. Enhanced vaccines target seniors to reduce flu complications.2026/04/01 13:00 -
Taiwan capital rolls out biggest childcare subsidies ever
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an announced a new childcare policy with increased subsidies, reducing costs for families. The initiative, starting in July, aims to support 85,000 children and encourage larger families.2026/03/31 17:00 -
Taiwan sees 6.9% drop in flu outpatient visits
Taiwan’s CDC reports a 6.9% drop in flu-related outpatient visits from Feb. 1 to 7. Severe flu cases rise, with 32 new cases and three deaths. COVID-19 cases increase slightly.2026/02/10 17:34 -
Taiwan leads East Asia with free HPV shots for boys
Taiwan leads East Asia by offering free HPV vaccinations to boys, aiming for herd immunity. The campaign targets junior high students, achieving high vaccination rates.2025/12/30 17:57 -
Health experts urge Taiwan to integrate adult vaccinations
Taiwan Health Alliance urges lawmakers to integrate adult vaccination into health systems to combat aging-related health risks. Experts stress policy updates and preventive measures.2025/12/15 13:54 -
Flu kills 15 in Taiwan with surge predicted for holidays
Taiwan’s CDC reports 21 severe flu cases and 15 deaths last week. Flu cases may rise due to year-end travel. A (H3N2) is the dominant strain. Get vaccinated.2025/12/10 15:39 -
Taiwan Premier emphasizes friendship with Japan at symposium
Premier Cho Jung-tai highlights Taiwan-Japan ties at the 35th Taiwan-Japan Modern Engineering and Technology Symposium. He praises Japan’s support during crises and vaccine aid.2025/11/17 15:05 -
Taiwan sees spike in flu, COVID-19 vaccination numbers
Taiwan’s CDC reports a surge in flu and COVID-19 vaccinations, with 550,000 flu and 160,000 COVID-19 shots administered since Oct. 1. Public awareness rises amid early flu season concerns.2025/10/03 18:00 -
Health officials target flood responders with free vaccines
Taiwan expands free flu vaccine coverage after Hualien flood. CDC offers vaccines to residents, volunteers, and rescue workers to prevent outbreaks.2025/10/02 11:56 -
Taiwan launches free flu and COVID vaccine campaign
Taiwan’s health department launches free flu and COVID-19 vaccines. Taipei is also holding a lottery, with citizens able to win prizes by getting vaccinated. The campaign aims to boost vaccination rates amid rising respiratory diseases.2025/10/01 20:00 -
Taiwan launches flu and COVID vaccine rollout Oct. 1
Taiwan CDC announces phased roll-out of flu and COVID-19 vaccines starting Oct. 1. The initiative aims to boost public health with diverse vaccine sourcing and school-based vaccinations.2025/09/09 22:00 -
Taiwan’s flu season wanes with no summer outbreak expected
Taiwan’s CDC reports a significant drop in flu cases, reaching a yearly low. The flu season has declined for seven weeks. Starting Aug. 1, postpartum women and obese children will be eligible for government-funded antiviral medications.2025/07/15 17:00 -
Taiwan reports four new mpox cases in unvaccinated men
Taiwan reports four new Mpox cases, all unvaccinated men in their 30s. Three are local, one imported from China. CDC urges vaccination amid peak season.2025/07/15 16:53 -
Taiwan limits free COVID-19 vaccines to 10 groups
Taiwan CDC limits free COVID-19 vaccines to 10 groups, including seniors and pregnant women, for fall and winter. New policy prioritizes LP.8.1 variant.2025/06/29 08:00 -
Taoyuan offers free shingles vaccines with a unique catch
Taoyuan Mayor Chang San-cheng announced free second shingles vaccine doses for residents 50+ starting in July. Eligibility requires flu, COVID-19 shots, and an advance medical directive.2025/06/25 17:00 -
Taiwan sees highest weekly COVID-19 deaths this year
Taiwan’s CDC reports a slight decline in COVID-19 cases, with 38 new deaths marking the year’s highest weekly toll. A young man died from complications.2025/06/18 06:00 -
CDC reports record daily vaccinations in Taiwan
Taiwan’s CDC reports a surge in COVID-19 vaccinations, with 38,115 shots given from Monday to Wednesday. Vaccine stockpiles remain sufficient as cases rise.2025/05/29 21:00 -
U.S. lawmakers show bipartisan support in Taiwan visit
U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth visits Taiwan to meet top leaders, reinforcing U.S.-Taiwan ties amid China’s provocations. Her tour highlights regional security and trade.2025/05/28 12:00 -
Taiwan sees six-year high in pneumococcal disease cases
Taiwan reports 125 invasive pneumococcal disease cases in 2025, a six-year high. The CDC urges vaccination, especially for seniors and high-risk groups, to prevent severe illness.2025/04/30 11:00 -
Taiwan probes vaccine maker after lab contamination scare
Taiwan’s FDA investigates Adimmune Corp. for potential GMP violations after a lab incident. Concerns rise over vaccine safety, but officials assure thorough testing.2025/04/23 11:00 -
Taiwan braces for summer COVID wave with targeted vaccines
Taiwan’s CDC warns of a potential COVID-19 wave this summer, urging vaccinations for high-risk groups. Only 18% of seniors have received the JN.1 vaccine.2025/04/18 23:00 -
Hualien expands fertility preservation for women with cancer
Hualien County expands its egg-freezing subsidy for women cancer patients under 45, offering up to NT$60,000. New rotavirus vaccine subsidy for babies starts May 1.2025/04/12 09:00 -
Taiwan expands M-pox vaccine access for high-risk groups
Taiwan expands M-pox vaccine eligibility to high-risk groups, enhancing protection amid no new domestic cases in April. Learn about vaccination details and supply.2025/04/10 07:00 -
90% of severe COVID cases in unvaccinated Taiwanese: CDC
Taiwan’s CDC will begin the second JN.1 COVID-19 vaccine dose rollout for high-risk groups on April 8. This aims to protect seniors and immunocompromised individuals amid a slight rise in cases.2025/04/02 09:00 -
Taipei leads in senior pneumococcal vaccination rates
Taipei’s health department reports 33% of seniors have received the PCV13 vaccine, while 48% have had PPV23. The city leads in vaccination rates among municipalities.2025/03/17 07:00
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