Green Legislator Secures Funding: Free Health Checkups for Lanyu to Benefit Over 5,000 People
The Executive Yuan has approved 91.21 million NTD for health checkups for Lanyu residents, starting in July 2026. This initiative, pushed by Legislator Chen Ying, aims to provide comprehensive medical assessments for about 5,300 people affected by long-term environmental risks from nuclear waste storage.
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- 📰 Published: April 24, 2026 at 16:39
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(CNA Reporter Lu Tai-cheng, Taitung County, 24th) The Executive Yuan today approved 91.21 million NTD in funding for 'Lanyu Residents' Health Checkups,' expected to benefit 5,300 Lanyu residents and related personnel. Legislator Chen Ying, who advocated for this subsidy, stated that the health checkups are expected to begin in July.
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Legislator Chen Ying told CNA today that she received notice from the Executive Yuan regarding the approval of the Lanyu residents' health checkup subsidy she fought for. The Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW) immediately initiated relevant operations, with checkups scheduled to start in July.
Chen Ying pointed out that the government placed nuclear waste in Lanyu in 1982, and the impact on the local living environment continues to this day. However, there has been a long-term lack of systematic tracking and care for the health status of Lanyu residents. Previously, a health checkup was only held once in 2018. Lanyu residents have long endured health and environmental risks brought by nuclear waste storage, and their health protection should not be ignored.
She stated that she raised an inquiry regarding 'Lanyu Residents' Health Checkups' in the Legislative Yuan as early as May last year and repeatedly tracked the progress of the Executive Yuan and relevant ministries. During the general budget inquiry on the 21st, she expressed concern about this case again. Premier Cho Jung-tai promised on the spot to 'approve immediately,' and the Executive Yuan followed up quickly today. She expressed appreciation and thanked the administrative team for demonstrating administrative efficiency.
Chen Ying stated that this health checkup project will be executed by the MOHW, with funding provided by the Nuclear Power Backend Management Fund through a special project. The MOHW has immediately started planning and preliminary work, including commissioning medical institutions, local publicity, and health assessments, with formal checkups expected to begin in July this year.
Regarding the content of the checkups, she mentioned it will cover multiple complete and systematic testing items, including basic blood tests such as cholesterol, triglycerides, routine blood checks, and kidney function, as well as biochemical items like liver function and blood sugar. Additionally, tumor marker checks, chest X-rays, thyroid ultrasound, ECG, and lung function tests are included to provide a comprehensive health assessment. Health reports will be explained by professional medical personnel to ensure residents fully understand their health status.
Chen Ying stated that this project will target residents who are registered and living in Lanyu, with medical teams entering Lanyu Township to conduct checkups. For those registered but not living locally, arrangements will be made for them to have checkups at other nearby medical institutions to ensure no one is left behind.
She emphasized that the issue in Lanyu is a continuation of historical responsibility. Lanyu residents have long endured environmental risks and health anxieties; the government owes it to them. She will continue to care for various needs and the welfare of Lanyu residents in the future. (Editor: Lung Po-an) 1150424
(CNA Reporter Lu Tai-cheng, Taitung County, 24th) The Executive Yuan today approved 91.21 million NTD in funding for 'Lanyu Residents' Health Checkups,' expected to benefit 5,300 Lanyu residents and related personnel. Legislator Chen Ying, who advocated for this subsidy, stated that the health checkups are expected to begin in July.
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Legislator Chen Ying told CNA today that she received notice from the Executive Yuan regarding the approval of the Lanyu residents' health checkup subsidy she fought for. The Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW) immediately initiated relevant operations, with checkups scheduled to start in July.
Chen Ying pointed out that the government placed nuclear waste in Lanyu in 1982, and the impact on the local living environment continues to this day. However, there has been a long-term lack of systematic tracking and care for the health status of Lanyu residents. Previously, a health checkup was only held once in 2018. Lanyu residents have long endured health and environmental risks brought by nuclear waste storage, and their health protection should not be ignored.
She stated that she raised an inquiry regarding 'Lanyu Residents' Health Checkups' in the Legislative Yuan as early as May last year and repeatedly tracked the progress of the Executive Yuan and relevant ministries. During the general budget inquiry on the 21st, she expressed concern about this case again. Premier Cho Jung-tai promised on the spot to 'approve immediately,' and the Executive Yuan followed up quickly today. She expressed appreciation and thanked the administrative team for demonstrating administrative efficiency.
Chen Ying stated that this health checkup project will be executed by the MOHW, with funding provided by the Nuclear Power Backend Management Fund through a special project. The MOHW has immediately started planning and preliminary work, including commissioning medical institutions, local publicity, and health assessments, with formal checkups expected to begin in July this year.
Regarding the content of the checkups, she mentioned it will cover multiple complete and systematic testing items, including basic blood tests such as cholesterol, triglycerides, routine blood checks, and kidney function, as well as biochemical items like liver function and blood sugar. Additionally, tumor marker checks, chest X-rays, thyroid ultrasound, ECG, and lung function tests are included to provide a comprehensive health assessment. Health reports will be explained by professional medical personnel to ensure residents fully understand their health status.
Chen Ying stated that this project will target residents who are registered and living in Lanyu, with medical teams entering Lanyu Township to conduct checkups. For those registered but not living locally, arrangements will be made for them to have checkups at other nearby medical institutions to ensure no one is left behind.
She emphasized that the issue in Lanyu is a continuation of historical responsibility. Lanyu residents have long endured environmental risks and health anxieties; the government owes it to them. She will continue to care for various needs and the welfare of Lanyu residents in the future. (Editor: Lung Po-an) 1150424