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Prevent dengue and heat illness

Mosquitoes bite during the day too. Wear long sleeves and use Taiwan-approved repellent such as DEET.

Travel question: Prevent dengue and heat illness

In heat and humidity, drink before thirst and avoid direct sun or hot enclosed spaces.

Why is this rule in place?

Dengue is mosquito-borne; severe heat illness can affect consciousness and organs.

What should travelers do?

Seek care for fever, pain behind the eyes or rash and mention travel. Call 119 for confusion or seizures; do not force fluids on an impaired person.

Examples & Details

Mosquitoes, DEET, picaridin, fever, heatstroke

Official Source Authority

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