Infant Under One Contracts Japanese Encephalitis — Youngest Domestic Case in History; Infection Source Under Investigation
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Taiwan has reported its youngest-ever domestic case of Japanese encephalitis: a baby girl under one year old from Hualien. She has not yet reached the age for vaccination, has no travel history, and remains in intensive care after three weeks of hospitalization. The source of infection is still unknown.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What makes this Japanese encephalitis case notable?
A: It's the youngest domestic case in Taiwan's history—a 3-month-old infant with no travel history.
Q: What are the main mosquito vectors for JEV in Taiwan?
A: Culex tritaeniorhynchus, Culex annulus, and Culex vishnui, commonly found in rice fields and ponds.
Q: How can Japanese encephalitis be prevented?
A: Vaccination is most effective—first dose at 15 months, second after 12 months.
Q: When are mosquitoes most active?
A: Dawn and dusk are peak activity times; avoid outdoor exposure then.
Q: What should I do if symptoms appear?
A: Seek immediate medical care for fever, seizures, or altered consciousness.