No confirmed case of influenza A (H1N1) in Taiwan, clinicians must report suspected cases according to law

Taiwan activates “Strategic Pandemic Influenza Preparedness Plan” in response to outbreaks overseas

Taiwan CDC increases level of warning against travel to U.S., Mexico

First suspected case of influenza A (H1N1) in male returning from Mexico seeks medical attention through 1922

WHO announces case definitions for infection with influenza A (H1N1) in its list of Category I Notifiable Infectious Disease

Minister of Health convenes first meeting held by Central Epidemic Command Center, 5 decisions reached

WHO raises influenza pandemic alert level, Taiwan establishes Central Epidemic Command Center in response

First human case of Japanese encephalitis confirmed. Taiwan CDC urges people to prevent mosquito bites, parents to protect children aged 15-month and above with vaccination.

Imported cases of shigellosis in returning passenger confirmed, Taiwan CDC urges public to pay attention to food and water hygiene while traveling overseas to prevent diseases

Olympic cyclists complete their cross-country trip to raise awareness of Taiwan CDC’s Stop TB program