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SARS Impact

With the first case reported in March 2003, worries over severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) have hampered international travel and commerce, dealing a serious blow to Taiwan's economy. Although not hit as badly as China in terms of casualty figures (84 deaths in Taiwan and 348 deaths in China), Taiwan suffered economically due to its close connection with China's manufacturing environment. ......< Full Story >

International collaboration vital as new infectious diseases emerge

Collaboration with other nations on health-related subjects has become critical for Taiwan, as the emergence of new infectious diseases, such as the severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), has given rise to the need for data exchange with the rest of the world for more effective prevention and control of communicable diseases. ......< Full Story >