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Taiwan COVID vaccine rollout amid surge
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Taiwan COVID vaccine rollout extension amid surge
In late July 2026, 2026 Taiwan’s health authorities responded to a surge in COVID‑19 cases by extending extended free COVID‑19 vaccination to all residents everyone aged six months and older through 28 September, citing concerns over co‑circulating influenza and limited vaccine stock. Two days later, the Taiwan CDC reported responding to a rise in cases and co‑circulating influenza. A localized shortage in Taipei and reallocated prompted the reallocation of 6,000 doses from other regions to meet the heightened demand, coordinating cold‑chain transfers demand. By the week of 19‑26 July, emergency‑room visits jumped 112 %, and urging residents several counties reported sharp case spikes. Nantou County saw eight severe cases, one fatal, and its public‑funded vaccine stock fell to check with local roughly 400 doses, prompting officials to urge rapid vaccination. The central government facilitated an emergency delivery of 6,000 doses to Taipei, arriving on 27‑28 July and earmarked for contracted clinics and the 12 outpatient sites of Taipei City Hospital. The city had initially requested 1,900 doses but added 4,100 after demand surged. Pingtung County highlighted that 92.5 % of recent severe cases were unvaccinated and called for appointments. vaccination, mask use, hand‑washing and ventilation. The free‑vaccination program continues to cover all residents up to 28 September, aiming to curb the upward trend and protect high‑risk groups.
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