Taiwan Not Seeing Any Hope of COVID-19 Peaking or Slowing Down as 63,000 Sought Hospital Treatments Last Week!
Nikhil Prasad Fact checked by:Thailand Medical News Team Jun 07, 2025 2 weeks, 1 day, 16 hours, 34 minutes ago
Medical News: COVID-19 Situation in Taiwan Worsens with No End in Sight
As COVID-19 continues to sweep across Taiwan with relentless momentum, health authorities are now raising alarms over the escalating number of infections and hospital visits. The latest update from Taiwan's Centers for Disease Control (CDC) paints a grim picture: between May 25 and May 31, a staggering 62,755 people sought medical attention through outpatient and emergency services due to COVID-19 symptoms—an almost 50 percent jump from the 41,402 visits recorded the previous week.
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Taiwan Not Seeing Any Hope of COVID-19 Peaking or Slowing Down as 63,000 Sought Hospital Treatments Last Week
This rapid surge highlights an unsettling reality—Taiwan is far from seeing the current outbreak peak or slow down. In fact, officials now warn that the situation could get significantly worse in the coming weeks. This
Medical News aims to help the general public understand the gravity of the crisis, even without a medical background.
Sharp Increase in Severe Cases and Deaths
Health authorities reported 132 new severe domestic COVID-19 cases with complications between May 27 and June 2, along with 15 more deaths. These represent the highest weekly numbers for both severe cases and fatalities in 2025 so far. Since the beginning of the year, Taiwan has confirmed 564 serious cases and 81 deaths directly related to COVID-19.
Among those severely affected was a 5-month-old baby girl who had to be admitted to intensive care after developing serious lung complications. Patients ranged widely in age—from under 10 years old to over 90. The vast majority of those experiencing serious symptoms or succumbing to the virus were elderly individuals aged 65 or older or those suffering from underlying chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, or compromised immune systems. Alarmingly, 90 percent of these patients had not received the latest JN.1 COVID-19 vaccine.
Vaccination Uptake Improves, But Still Not Enough
While the JN.1 vaccine—targeted at newer variants—saw its highest uptake in the past three months, it still falls short of providing widespread protection. With the virus showing increasing ability to reinfect individuals just weeks after initial recovery, the importance of vaccination cannot be overstated.
Doctors have also noted that many patients are taking longer to recover from the infection, even those with milder symptoms. Some individuals are falling sick again within a short period, leading to renewed fears over the virus’ evolving nature and how it is impacting immune responses.
Medical System Under Pressure
The Taiwan CDC estimates that COVID-19-related medical visits could soar to betw
een 110,000 and 120,000 this week. If this trend holds, officials predict the peak of the outbreak could hit in late June or early July, with weekly visits possibly exceeding 200,000.
"This week will be critical in determining the trajectory of the ongoing outbreak," said Lo Yi-chun, CDC spokesperson. The epidemic is now expected to last until early August, with Taiwan bracing for an estimated 1.71 million COVID-related medical visits in total over this period.
To manage the growing strain on the healthcare system, the Taiwan Society of Emergency Medicine has urged the public to seek care at local clinics for mild symptoms instead of overwhelming emergency rooms. Antiviral medications are still available and are most effective when taken within five days of symptom onset.
The Role of Public Responsibility
Health officials are urging all individuals—especially high-risk groups like the elderly and chronically ill—to remain vigilant. Those experiencing symptoms such as a sore throat, cough, runny nose, or nasal congestion should immediately wear a mask and consider taking a COVID-19 rapid test. A positive result should prompt immediate medical consultation to determine whether antiviral treatments are necessary.
Officials are also emphasizing the importance of not letting one's guard down during national holidays or long weekends, as social gatherings during such times could further accelerate transmission.
Conclusion
The COVID-19 situation in Taiwan is deteriorating with each passing day, and there is still no clear sign of when or how the current wave will subside. With severe cases rising, reinfections occurring more frequently, and recovery times growing longer, the virus is showing no signs of weakening. Authorities are working hard to contain the spread and protect the public, but much depends on the collective action of the people—wearing masks, testing early, getting vaccinated, and seeking timely care. As Taiwan braces for an even more intense wave in the coming weeks, it is essential for everyone to remain alert and proactive.
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