The map divides the island into neighborhood units. A unit is highlighted if there has been at least two cases of dengue in the last fortnight.

‘Taiwan's health department has released a map that informs the public of dengue fever outbreaks, and will help people take the necessary precautions. A unit is highlighted on the map if there has been at least two dengue cases in the last fortnight.’

A statement by the health department said, "We hope the map will help people take precautions. Taiwan has managed to control the epidemic with a 30% drop in new cases from last Monday. The outbreak has been the worst in years. Twenty eight people are currently in intensive care."





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