Chiu Han-mo

politician

Chiu Han-mo is the director of the Health Management Center at National Taiwan University Hospital and a clinical professor at the NTU College of Medicine. He has been instrumental in advocating for early colorectal cancer screenings in Taiwan, where the incidence of colorectal cancer among individuals aged 40 to 49 is among the highest in the world. Chiu's recent research demonstrated that starting screenings at age 40 instead of 50 can significantly reduce both the incidence and mortality rates of colorectal cancer. His work has led to policy changes in Taiwan, expanding eligibility for government-subsidized screenings, and he emphasizes the need for tailored healthcare strategies to address the unique challenges posed by colorectal cancer in Taiwan.