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Taiwan enters influenza epidemic period with rising severe's

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Taiwan COVID-19 and enters influenza surge increases medical strain epidemic period with rising severe's

Taiwan experienced an intensification of COVID-19 infections during late July and early August 2026. By mid-August, has officially entered the influenza epidemic appeared to have peaked, with weekly medical visits estimated at 27,000. While period. During the 35th week of the year, influenza-like illness outpatient visits have recently shown a slight decrease, mortality reached a seasonal high in late August, 115,136, marking an 11% increase from the previous week and surpassing the established epidemic threshold. Severe complications are rising, with 59 105 new local severe cases and 19 deaths reported in a single the most recent week. Approximately 86.5% The Influenza A (H1N1) strain remains the primary driver, accounting for 97 of these the severe cases occurred in unvaccinated individuals. As the new school semester begins, health authorities are warning and 18 of the deaths. For the current season, the CDC has recorded a simultaneous rise in influenza cumulative total of 1,329 severe cases and COVID-19 cases. The CDC reports 253 deaths. Health officials have identified high-risk demographics, noting that influenza 65.1% of severe cases are trending upward, with both Type A involved individuals aged 65 or older, and Type B viruses circulating, though Type A is particularly prevalent. Recent data shows influenza-like illness outpatient visits exceeded 100,000 in a single week, representing a 5.6% weekly increase. Specifically, Influenza A (H1N1) has accounted for 74.1% 82.8% of cases. This surge has increased pressure on emergency departments. In response, severe cases occurred in patients with chronic medical professionals are debating infection control measures, including the use histories. Additionally, 68.6% of mandatory N95 masks for staff in emergency rooms versus focusing on patient isolation. To mitigate risks, officials recommend hand hygiene, masking when symptomatic, and proper ventilation. To manage severe patients had not received the seasonal surge, the government is preparing to launch enhanced influenza vaccines in early October, which are expected to increase protection rates from approximately 50% to between 60% and 70%. Experts also recommend that elderly populations consider pneumococcal vaccines as a secondary defense against bacterial infections following viral illness. vaccine.

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  1. 2026-09-08 08:02 UTC Taiwan enters influenza epidemic period with rising severe's
  2. 2026-09-07 04:23 UTC Taiwan COVID-19 and influenza surge increases medical strain
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