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Taiwan

Taiwan is a common destination for Australian business travellers.

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Taiwan offers a broad range of cultural experiences, from its vibrant capital city, hot springs and national parks.

Health advice will vary according to the reason for travel (holiday, work, volunteering, visiting friends or relatives etc), accommodation, length of stay, time of year (wet or dry season) and location (urban or rural). Your current health status may also influence your travel plans.

Taiwan has health concerns similar to Australia.  Most issues would relate to individuals being at greater risk of exposure to respiratory tract disease in congested airports, commercial transport (buses, trains, taxis) and tourist hot-spots.

Travel Vaccinations for Taiwan

Those with chronic health issues should see their healthcare provider 6-8 weeks before travel. It is important to be current for all the recommended routine vaccines.

Routine

Completed childhood immunisations, Tetanus/ Diphtheria/ Pertussis vaccine booster if > 10 years, Influenza > 65 years, Influenza > 6 months and < 5 years, Pneumonia vaccine > 65 years, Shingles > 65 years, RSV vaccine > 75 years.

Routine (other)

To consider if immune-suppressed (check with health provider).

Recommended

Influenza, COVID-19.

Recommended depending on the nature of the trip

Japanese Encephalitis.

To be considered if exposed to wildlife species. Individuals may include conservationists, ecologists, biologists or veterinarians

Rabies.

Particular to age

Measles booster if born between 1966 and 1980.

Travel Considerations

Consider taking a basic medical kit plus extras according to your intended activities. Always carry a letter regarding your medications and make sure it is easily accessible. Never travel without insurance.

Accidents

Travellers are much more likely to die or be injured than to be sick with an exotic disease. Travellers in the age group 15-44 are...

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Allergy

Allergy can present in different ways. Red, itchy lumps can occur anywhere on the body. Inhaled allergens eg pollens can cause an itchy runny nose and...

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Bed Bugs

Bedbugs are intensely irritating blood sucking insects that are found worldwide. They hide in cracks and crevices in the wall and come out to feed at night ...

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Mosquito Avoidance Measures

Mosquito-borne and insect-borne diseases pose a significant threat to travellers, especially those who are considering a long-term stay in a...

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Respiratory Tract Infections

Respiratory tract infections (RTI’s) are the 3rd most common health issue affecting international travellers. Attack rates range from 5% to 40% depending on the...

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Security

For most people, overseas travel is “occasional” rather than “usual”. For some it is a very new experience. Security issues should not be forgotten...

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Travel Insurance

There is nothing wrong with travelling on the cheap. It is almost a rite of passage for young travellers. It often means very basic accommodation, street...

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Traveller’s Diarrhoea

Diarrhoea is the commonest health issue experienced by travellers to lower income countries. Applies more for travellers who have grown up in a high-income...

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Diseases

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Covid-19

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused...

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Influenza

Influenza (flu) is a highly infectious respiratory virus...

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Tuberculosis

This dreaded infection has killed many famous people in the prime

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Leptospirosis

A common infectious disease in tropical and subtropical regions...

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Japanese Encephalitis

Japanese encephalitis is a viral disease transmitted by mosquitos...

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Dengue Fever

Dengue fever, also known as ‘break bone’ fever, due to...

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In the News

  • Dr Bob Kass
  • January 9, 2026

Travelling to Taiwan? Why you might lack immunity to Hepatitis A in this "safe" destination

Hepatitis A is resurging in places once considered low risk, with Taiwan reporting its highest case numbers in eight years. For travellers, declining population immunity means vaccination...

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Last Updated: 16 August 2024

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