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  Employment Gold Card: Application Qualification FAQ Part 2

  Q: How do I qualify for the "Other Recognized by the Ministry After Review" category in the culture field? A: If you want to apply for the Employment Gold Card through this category, please provide the following materials:Employment certificateAward recordsMedia coverage (e.g., news articles or other media)Articles related to Taiwan that you have publishedRecommendation letter (including the recommender's title and contact information)Other significant contributions to TaiwanQ: How do I confirm if I qualify under item 6 of the technology field? A: You must have served as a chair professor, professor, or associate professor at a university, or as a researcher or associate researcher at a research institute, and made significant academic contributions, published major works, or achieved important international research results in the past three years. Assistant professor experience does not meet the requirements; only associate professors or higher are eligible."Foreign Financial Supervisory Authorities" provided by the Financial Examination Bureau of the Financial Supervisory Commission. (Image/Source: Financial Examination Bureau website)Q: How do I confirm if I qualify under item 1 of the technology field? A: You must have a monthly salary of at least NT$160,000 and have worked or are currently working in the technology industry, research institutions, or academia. However, consider applying under other fields if the following apply:1.If your expertise is in software application or technology (e.g., software engineers), you may apply under the digital economy category reviewed by the Ministry of Digital Affairs.2.If you are a senior executive, technical, or marketing director in a high-tech R&D base, corporate headquarters, or multinational company in Taiwan, apply under economic fields evaluated by the Ministry of Economic Affairs.Q: How do I confirm if I qualify under items 2 or 3 in the technology field? A:1.You must demonstrate unique talent, outstanding R&D, design achievements, or significant innovation in cutting-edge or forward-looking technologies.2.Supporting documents should showcase individual contributions, such as competition awards, notable achievements, renowned systems, major projects, publications, patents, or innovation records.Q: Is there a "general" option, or do I have to choose a specific qualification? A: There is no "general" option. You must choose one of the main fields of expertise and select a specific qualification within that field. For more details, visit the qualification requirements page or use the Gold Card Qualification Check to verify your potential eligibility.Q: How do I confirm if I qualify under item 1 of the education field? A: You must hold a Ph.D. degree from a university ranked in the top 500 in the QS World University Rankings, Times Higher Education World University Rankings, or U.S. News & World Report Rankings. Note that subject rankings do not qualify. See the list of top 500 universities recognized by the Ministry of Education here.Additionally, professional degrees such as Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), and Juris Doctor (J.D.) are not considered Ph.D. degrees by the Ministry of Education.Q: How do I confirm if I qualify under item 13 in the technology field? A: Your submitted documents must demonstrate potential contributions to Taiwan's tech industry. These may include academic degrees, service certificates, research work, technical proofs, technology transfers, awards, etc. Supporting documents should highlight personal achievements, such as competition wins, renowned systems, patents, and significant innovations. Avoid submitting certificates for completed courses as standalone evidence, as they are insufficient to prove potential contributions.Applicants in the legal field must provide a lawyer's license from Taiwan or a foreign lawyer's license. (Image/Source: Ministry of Justice website)Q: How can I qualify in the culture industry or field? A: Please refer to the document "Competent Authorities for Each Industry" to check whether your industry falls under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Culture.Q: How do I confirm if I work in the financial field? A: Refer to the "Foreign Financial Supervisory Authorities" list provided by the Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC). If your company is listed, you are likely eligible for FSC approval.Q: How do I confirm if I qualify in the legal field? A: Applicants in the legal field must provide a Taiwan lawyer license or foreign legal practitioner license. The application form for a foreign legal practitioner license is available here.Q: How do I qualify in the economic industry or field? A: Refer to the document "Central Competent Authority for Non-Public Agency under the Personal Data Protection Act" to determine if your industry falls under the Ministry of Economic Affairs.Q: How do I confirm if I qualify under item 4 in the sports field? A: Item 4 requires evidence of work experience and achievements in the sports industry, such as coaching records or competition performance. Recommendations from universities can be written by department heads.Images:Employment Gold CardLegal Certification Application Process

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  Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture Therapy for Improving Dry Eye Issues

  Dry eye syndrome affects patients with symptoms such as dryness, fatigue, foreign body sensation, and blurred vision, significantly impacting their quality of life. If left untreated, it can lead to corneal damage and even vision problems. This issue is particularly severe for patients with Sjögren's syndrome, an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the lacrimal and salivary glands, causing symptoms like dry eyes and dry mouth. Statistics show that over 80% of patients experience these symptoms, with women aged 45 to 55 being the most affected.Dr. Zhang Qingmao, director of the Chinese Medicine Department at Taipei Veterans General Hospital, and his research team have been actively exploring integrated treatments combining traditional Chinese and Western medicine to help patients. Their clinical studies on dry eye syndrome and Sjögren's syndrome have yielded promising results. A randomized double-blind trial of a traditional Chinese medicine formula called "SS-1" demonstrated significant improvement in tear secretion. Additionally, a clinical trial using the herbal tea blend "Chun Yu Qing Hua Yin" showed that the formula reduced patients' dependency on artificial tears, alleviated dry eye symptoms, and improved sleep quality.Use Artificial Tears to Relieve Discomfort (Image Courtesy of Heho Health)In October 2024, the team's research was published in the official journal of the Asia Pacific League of Associations for Rheumatology, the International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases, affirming the potential of traditional Chinese medicine in treating dry eye syndrome and Sjögren's syndrome. The team further conducted an acupuncture therapy trial on 100 patients with dry eye syndrome and Sjögren's syndrome, targeting Fengchi (GB20) and Zanzhu (BL2) acupoints. Results showed that tear secretion significantly increased after each 15-minute session, with symptoms effectively relieved. After eight weeks of treatment, the effects stabilized, and patients almost stopped relying on artificial tears, with daily usage dropping from 9.36 times to 0.37 times. This greatly improved their quality of life.Dr. Zhang emphasized that integrating Chinese and Western medicine has achieved groundbreaking progress in the treatment of chronic diseases. He encouraged patients not to give up on treatment, highlighting the complementary strengths of acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine. Under rigorous scientific frameworks, combining these approaches can bring enhanced therapeutic effects and improved quality of life for patients with dry eye syndrome and Sjögren's syndrome. Dr. Zhang stated that the team will continue to conduct related research to bring new hope for dry eye syndrome treatments.Dry Eye Syndrome May Also Be Due to 'Oil Deficiency'! Overusing Artificial Tears Can Lead to Dependency (Image Courtesy of Heho Health)This article is authorized for use by Heho Health.

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  Fire Escape Secrets Revealed! Is Closing the Door Safe? Here Are the Details You Must Know

  We constantly remind everyone of the key fire escape principle: "Small fires require quick escape, thick smoke means closing the door." This phrase emphasizes the importance of making the right choices during critical moments.Closing the door, whether it’s a room or a main door, can effectively block fire and smoke, buying more time for others in nearby rooms or floors to evacuate safely. However, is simply closing the door enough to ensure safety?In reality, understanding the limitations of sheltering behind a closed door is essential to creating a truly safe refuge and increasing the chances of rescue. Here are some critical points to consider:Is the building structure suitable for sheltering behind a closed door?If the building materials are not fire-resistant, such as tin sheets or wooden structures, they may deform or collapse under high temperatures, making them unsuitable for sheltering.Are interior materials fire-resistant?Using fire-resistant materials like calcium silicate boards or mineral wool panels increases the safety of sheltering behind a closed door. Conversely, if non-fire-resistant materials are used, sheltering in such conditions is not recommended.Can the door material block high temperatures and dense smoke?Glass or plastic doors are prone to cracking or melting under high heat and cannot effectively block smoke, making them unsuitable for safe refuge.Most importantly: Remember to install residential fire alarms!Fire alarms can sound an alert during the early stages of a fire, giving you time to detect, react, and escape early. It is recommended to install fire alarms in bedrooms, kitchens, and hallways at home to add an extra layer of protection for your family’s safety.Remember to Install Residential Fire Alarms at Home (Photo/Source: Ministry of the Interior FB)

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