This year’s first Japanese encephalitis case confirmed; Taiwan CDC urges public to protect themselves from mosquito bites and make sure children receive appropriate vaccination

Taiwan CDC updates Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) incidence in Taiwan

Imported cases of dengue fever on the rise; People visiting dengue-affected areas advised to take precautions against mosquito and seek immediate medical attention when unwell

Brucellosis remains unseen in Taiwan for 33 years; Taiwan CDC confirms two imported cases of brucellosis within two weeks

Mortality rate for rabies among cases reported in Africa and Asia nears 100%; Public urged to get rabies shots prior to visiting high-risk areas

Taiwan CDC updates Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) incidence in Taiwan

One case of brucellosis confirmed in citizen returning from North Africa; Taiwan CDC advises people traveling abroad to avoid animal contact and unpasteurized dairy products and to seek immediate medical attention when unwell

Taiwan CDC announces first imported cholera case for 2011; Travelers urged to pay attention to dietary hygiene

Taiwan CDC tests activation of Infectious Disease Prevention Center to strength response capabilities and preparations.

Outbreaks of H5N1 avian influenza in humans reported in Southeast Asian countries; Taiwan CDC urges public to avoid contact with birds and take precautions against infection when traveling to Southeast Asia