Taiwan Epidemiology Bulletin will change from monthly to biweekly publication, starting January 1, 2010.2009-11-26

The Evaluation of the San-Ma-Yi-Fong:Progrees with the Programsto Eradicate Measles, Rubella, Congenital Rubella Syndrome,and to Eliminate Neonatal Tetanus2010-03-09

Abstract The program to eradicate poliomyelitis, measles, rubella, congenital rubella syndrome (CRS), and to eliminate neonatal tetanus (NNT), San-Ma-Yi-Fong, from Taiwan was begun in 1991. In the ensuing 19 years the immunization program has matured and has been fully integrated into the countries health care delivery system. Interim goals were established and met. Recent program str......Full Story

Effectiveness Evaluation of 1922 Communicable Disease Reporting and Consultation Hotline2010-03-09

Abstract Lessons learnt from 2003 SARS outbreak indicated that during an infectious disease epidemic, effective communication with the public is crucial to avoid misinterpretation on government’s action, disease control, and prevention policies. In response to possible future infectious disease outbreaks as well as the huge loading of customer service center and for better mobility, Taiw......Full Story