Taipei Confronts Rising Rat Problem After Hantavirus Cases

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Taipei authorities are taking action to control a growing rat population following two hantavirus cases, one of which was fatal. Rodents have been spotted in broad daylight across street markets and public parks, prompting the city to seal holes and deploy poison. The Health Ministry has called for local disease control task forces to address the problem.