Suggestions and Precautions for Varicella Vaccination 水痘疫苗接種建議及注意事項
2022/1/12Chickenpox is a disease that occurs when the body is first infected with a virus called varicella-zoster virus (VZV).
Suggestions and Precautions for Herpes Zoster Vaccination 帶狀皰疹疫苗接種建議及注意事項
2022/1/12Herpes zoster is commonly known in Taiwan as “live snake,” “snake skin” or “flying snake.”
Adult Immunization Schedule 成人疫苗注射時程你完成了嗎？
2022/1/12Preventive vaccination is the most economical and effective measure against infectious diseases.
Altitude Sickness 高山症
2022/1/12Altitude sickness is the negative health effect of high altitude, caused by rapid exposure to low amounts of oxygen at high elevation.
Altitude Sickness Prevention 如何預防高山症
2022/1/12Consult your doctor for medical evaluation before departure.
Guidelines for Travelers to Malaria-endemic Areas 旅客赴瘧疾流行地區須知
2022/1/12Malaria is transmitted by the bite of Anopheles infected with Plasmodium. There are four kinds of Plasmodium for human infection:
Malaria Prevention Medication 瘧疾預防性用藥須知
2022/1/12For taking a drug for malaria prophylaxis before going abroad, please consult a doctor one month before going abroad to assess the risk of infection, the need for preventive administration and whether there are contraindications.
Notes for Influenza Vaccination 流行性感冒疫苗及接種注意事項
2022/1/12Influenza is an acute respiratory infection caused by influenza virus. Influenza viruses are classified into types A, B and C. The main seasonal influenza viruses are types A and B, while type C is characterized by mild upper respiratory tract infection. At present, H1N1 and H3N2 are the primary influenza A viruses that infect humans.
Oral Medication for Smoking Cessation: Varenicline(CHAMPIX) 戒菸專用的口服藥物：戒必適Varenicline(CHAMPIX)
2022/1/12The success rate of smoking cessation of Varenicline is about 50 to 60 percent, which is higher than that of nicotine replacement therapy (e.g. patches and lozenges) and Bupropion
Recommendations on Japanese Encephalitis Vaccination in Adults 成人日本腦炎疫苗接種建議
2022/1/12Acute meningoencephalitis caused by infection with Japanese encephalitis virus involves the brain, spinal cord and meninges. The incubation period is 5-15 days. Most of the patients have no obvious symptoms. Only about 1% of the infected patients have clinical symptoms.
