Reported 12 months ago
According to the Centers for Disease Control, Taiwan has seen 12 cases of Japanese Encephalitis in 2024, with a high risk of transmission through mosquitoes that can lead to coma and even death. Doctors urge the public to take mosquito prevention measures, especially for children, and consider getting vaccinated. Japanese Encephalitis can have severe consequences, with 20-30% fatality rate and 30-50% chance of leaving neurological or psychiatric sequelae. Vaccination is highlighted as the best preventive measure alongside mosquito prevention strategies.
Source: YAHOO