Changhua Man Diagnosed with Measles After Returning from Japan, Health Bureau Continues Contact Tracing
The Changhua County Health Bureau announced that a man in his 30s who traveled to Japan in April was diagnosed with measles after returning to Taiwan, experiencing symptoms like fever and rash. This is the first imported case from Japan in seven years, and 274 contacts are currently being traced and monitored until May 12.
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CHANGHUA (CNA) – The Changhua County Health Bureau stated today that a man in his 30s in the county who traveled to Japan in April developed symptoms such as fever and cough after returning to Taiwan and was diagnosed with measles after seeking medical attention. The patient's condition is stable, and 274 relevant contacts have been identified for tracing and health monitoring.
The Ministry of Health and Welfare's Centers for Disease Control (CDC) announced today the first imported measles case from Japan in seven years. The new case is a man in his 30s from central Taiwan who traveled to Japan in early April this year. After returning to Taiwan, he developed symptoms such as fever and cough on the 16th and sought medical attention multiple times. After developing a rash on the 20th, he sought medical attention again and was confirmed after notification and testing. Health authorities have currently identified 274 relevant contacts and are expected to monitor them until May 12.
The Changhua County Health Bureau explained to CNA reporters that the patient's condition is currently stable, and they will continue to trace and monitor the health status of relevant contacts, who have not yet shown any discomfort.
The Health Bureau stated that measles can be transmitted through droplets and airborne particles. Common symptoms include fever, rhinitis, rash, conjunctivitis, and cough. The monitoring period for contacts is calculated as 18 days after the last contact with the case. During this period, individuals should avoid public places and wear masks as much as possible; if suspected symptoms appear, do not ignore them or seek medical attention on your own. Instead, self-isolate first and notify health authorities to avoid contact with other waiting patients. (Edited by Hsiao Po-wen) 1150428
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The Ministry of Health and Welfare's Centers for Disease Control (CDC) announced today the first imported measles case from Japan in seven years. The new case is a man in his 30s from central Taiwan who traveled to Japan in early April this year. After returning to Taiwan, he developed symptoms such as fever and cough on the 16th and sought medical attention multiple times. After developing a rash on the 20th, he sought medical attention again and was confirmed after notification and testing. Health authorities have currently identified 274 relevant contacts and are expected to monitor them until May 12.
The Changhua County Health Bureau explained to CNA reporters that the patient's condition is currently stable, and they will continue to trace and monitor the health status of relevant contacts, who have not yet shown any discomfort.
The Health Bureau stated that measles can be transmitted through droplets and airborne particles. Common symptoms include fever, rhinitis, rash, conjunctivitis, and cough. The monitoring period for contacts is calculated as 18 days after the last contact with the case. During this period, individuals should avoid public places and wear masks as much as possible; if suspected symptoms appear, do not ignore them or seek medical attention on your own. Instead, self-isolate first and notify health authorities to avoid contact with other waiting patients. (Edited by Hsiao Po-wen) 1150428
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