[Life] Philippines Summer Study Tour Outbreak of Dengue Fever; 9 Individuals Returning to Kaohsiung Tested Negative So Far
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Regarding the recent cluster of dengue fever cases among a summer study tour group from the Philippines, the Kaohsiung City Department of Health stated today (29th) that it has identified 9 related individuals who entered the country on the 27th. Seven have tested negative, and two are currently being tested. There are no new confirmed dengue fever cases in Kaohsiung related to this incident.
The Department of Health issued a press release today stating that upon receiving the report, they immediately contacted each individual and completed dengue fever testing. Both PCR and rapid screening results were negative. Additionally, IgM and IgG antibody tests for seven individuals were negative, and two are still being tested. Currently, there are no new confirmed dengue fever cases in Kaohsiung due to this incident.
The Department of Health pointed out that the 9 individuals have a history of activities in dengue-endemic areas. Considering individual incubation periods and symptom onset times, even if the current test results are negative, continuous monitoring is necessary. Checks for breeding grounds at the residences of the 9 individuals have been completed. Mosquito traps have been set up for monitoring for 14 days until September 10th, with phone check-ins every 2 to 3 days during this period.
The Department of Health reminds individuals returning to Taiwan from dengue-endemic areas in Southeast Asia, such as the Philippines, Vietnam, and Thailand, to take precautions against mosquito bites and monitor their health. If symptoms such as fever, headache, pain behind the eyes, muscle or joint pain, or rash appear, they should seek medical attention promptly and actively disclose their travel and activity history.
Furthermore, regarding the cluster of three family members in Gangshan District who were recently infected with Dengue Type 2, the city government's epidemic prevention team yesterday expanded its efforts to inspect breeding grounds, conduct chemical control, and clean up the environment. Positive breeding grounds were found indoors and outdoors in multiple residential buildings, resulting in 30 violation notices issued according to the Communicable Disease Control Act. Contact tracing was also expanded, with a cumulative total of 170 individuals tested, and no new confirmed cases reported so far.
Wang Hong-rong, Deputy Secretary-General of the City Government, inspected epidemic prevention operations in Bixian Village, Gangshan District, yesterday. He emphasized the importance of seizing the critical period for epidemic prevention after rainfall, implementing the "inspect, dump, clear, brush" measures, and initiating joint inspections across departments to remove obstacles such as potted plants, debris, and tarpaulins that hinder the elimination of breeding grounds and spraying.
Source Link: https://www.rti.org.tw/news?uid=3&pid=229045
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