Flu jab uptake surges in Taiwan

Flu jab uptake surges in Taiwan after Barbie Hsu’s death
TAIWAN experienced a surge in influenza vaccinations following the death of actress Barbie Hsu, according to China Press. Read full story
Taiwanese actor Barbie Hsu's death sparks concern; surge in flu vaccination in the country
Barbie Hsu's death from flu complications has led to a surge in flu vaccinations in Taiwan. With government-funded vaccine stocks rapidly decreasing,
Taiwan's Barbie Hsu, hugely popular in East Asia, dies of flu
Taiwanese actor Barbie Hsu, who rose to fame across East Asia as the romantic lead in the 2001 television drama "Meteor Garden", has died of influenza aged 48, her sister said on Monday.
Taiwan actress Barbie Hsu’s shocking death: What is influenza, and how can it turn deadly?
SINGAPORE: Although influenza – better known as flu – is a common illness that most people recover from without treatment, it can result in life-threatening or even deadly complication
Barbie ‘Big S’ Hsu’s family to bring ashes home to Taiwan on Thursday
The ashes of recently deceased Taiwanese host and actress Barbie “Big S” Hsu Shi-yuan will reportedly be brought home from Japan on Thursday by her husband and younger sister. Taiwanese media also reported on Tuesday that Hsu, 48, had been suffering from flu symptoms during her family trip to Japan before she succumbed to pneumonia.
Taiwanese Meteor Garden star Barbie Hsu dies of flu aged 48
Barbie Hsu, a Taiwanese actress who starred in the popular TV drama Meteor Garden that once swept Asia, has died at age 48 after contracting pneumonia triggered by the flu.
Taiwanese rush for flu shots following death of Barbie Hsu
Hospitals and health agencies in Taiwan have reported a surge in flu vaccine inquiries after news broke that Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu died in Japan from influenza-related pneumonia.
Ashes of actress Barbie ‘Big S’ Hsu sent back to Taiwan
The ashes of Taiwanese actress Barbie “Big S” Hsu Shi-yuan have been sent back to the self-ruled island after she died of pneumonia during a trip in Japan, with her family saying there will not be a memorial ceremony for the star.
Actress Barbie Hsu Dead at 48, Cause of Death Revealed
Barbie Hsu, the Taiwanese actress and singer best known for her role in the popular 2001 series Meteor Garden, has passed away. According to Deadline, the actress and TV personality succumbed to an influenza-induced pneumonia.
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Weekly Number of Patients Seeking Flu Treatment in Taiwan Hits 10-Season High - TaiwanPlus News
The number of patients seeking medical treatment for the flu has reached a ten-season high, prompting authorities to urge people to get vaccinated.
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CDC advises people to get vaccinated against flu
Of the 6.78 million doses purchased for this flu season, there are about 200,000 remaining, she added. The CDC advises people ...
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'She has arrived home safely': Barbie Hsu's mum, sister & husband bring her ashes home to Taiwan
The ashes of late Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu have been brought home by her mother, sister, and husband. The family flew to ...
Barbie Hsu, star of hugely popular Asian drama "Meteor Garden," dies at age 48
Barbie Hsu, better known as "Da S" which means "Big S," caught the flu when she visited Japan with her family during the ...
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Government orders 100,000 more flu vaccines
As publicly funded flu vaccinations are expected to run out within a week, the Executive Yuan has granted permission to order a further 100,000 vaccines for 11 high-risk groups, including infants and ...
Barbie Hsu: Taiwanese actress, who rose to fame in Meteor Garden, dies aged 48 of flu-related illness
Barbie Hsu's sister Dee Hsu, a TV presenter, confirmed the news and paid tribute, saying she would "forever be thankful for ...
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Experts warn chronically ill tourists against traveling to flu-hit destinations after Barbie Hsu's death
Medical experts in Hong Kong are urging tourists with chronic health conditions to postpone trips to areas that have been ...