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According to the fish storage guide from the American food website 'EatingWell', the key points are as follows: • Refrigerating Raw Fish: The storage time depends on the size and fat content; larger, leaner fish last longer. Whole fish can be laid flat on a deep tray filled with ice; cut fillets should be tightly wrapped in plastic wrap to prevent direct contact with ice, which can cause bacterial contamination and fishy odors. • Refrigerating Cooked Fish: It's recommended to use airtight glass containers, which can inhibit bacteria, slow down spoilage, and prevent odor absorption. • Freezing: For frozen fish fillets, use a vacuum sealer or thick resealable bags to remove as much air as possible to prevent drying out or freezer burn. • Duration and Labeling: Freeze raw fish fillets for up to 8 months and cooked fish for up to 3 months. It's advisable to label the packaging with the date for proper management.

According to a related US study, pan-frying salmon after removing the skin can indeed reduce the residue of heavy metals and persistent organic pollutants by about 40%. Toxicologists and several nutritionists often promote this practical cooking technique on health programs. ❓ Why does removing the skin first reduce heavy metals? Many fat-soluble environmental toxins, dioxins, and heavy metals (like methylmercury) tend to accumulate particularly in the fish skin, internal organs, and the fatty layer just beneath the skin. By cutting off the skin before cooking, you remove this high-risk fat layer along with it, significantly lowering the chance of ingesting toxins. 📌 Cooking order is key The study emphasizes that the effect of "removing skin before cooking" is twice as good as "peeling after cooking": • Removing skin before cooking: Best detoxification effect, reducing heavy metals by 40%. • Peeling and discarding after frying: During the heating process, oils and heavy metals from the skin have already permeated the fish flesh. Peeling at this stage only reduces heavy metals by about 20%. 📑 Tips for eating fish with peace of mind If you're worried about skinless salmon breaking apart easily when pan-frying, try lightly dusting the surface of the fish with a thin layer of flour or potato starch before cooking. Additionally, in your daily diet, consider choosing smaller fish species lower on the food chain, such as saury, mackerel, and small yellow croaker. These fish accumulate relatively less heavy metal contamination compared to larger predatory fish (like tuna, swordfish, and shark), making them safer to eat.

Here's a summary of the key points for the Ministry of Labor's 2026 '55 Employment Promotion Incentive' new system: 1. Eligibility: Individuals aged 55 or older who have been out of the workforce for 3 consecutive months, or those aged 45 or older who have retired according to law (e.g., already receiving labor insurance old-age benefits or labor retirement pension). 2. Incentive Amount: Up to 6 months per person. • Full-time employment: NT$10,000 per month, with a maximum cumulative total of NT$60,000. • Part-time employment (part-time/fixed-term contract): Amount varies based on salary tiers. NT$5,000/month if earning at least 1/2 of the minimum wage; NT$3,500/month if earning between 1/3 and 1/2 of the minimum wage; NT$2,500/month if earning between 1/4 and 1/3 (only for those aged 65 and above). 3. New System Relaxations: Starting in 2026, fixed-term contracts will be included, part-time salary thresholds will be lowered, and the employment qualification will be shortened to 30 consecutive days of employment with the same employer. 4. Application Process (Order is crucial): You must first register for job seeking at a public employment service agency and obtain a '55 Employment Referral Card' before being employed. If you find a job first and then apply, you will not be eligible for the incentive. 5. Claim Period: Applications must generally be submitted within 90 days from the day after every 3 consecutive months of employment. 6. Ineligibility Cases: False claims, employing a spouse or blood relative within the third degree of kinship, re-hiring an employee who left less than a year ago by the same employer, etc. 7. Special Guarantee: If you are involuntarily unemployed during the incentive period, you can continue to receive the remaining incentives without the requirement of another 3-month waiting period upon re-employment.

The 2026 Yunlin National Heritage Day, themed 'Tracing Footprints, Discovering the City,' connects 30 cultural sites and 27 heritage exhibition halls across Xiluo, Tuku, Huwei, Beigang, and Taixi in the county. Fourteen themed walking routes have been meticulously planned, with highlights including: • Four Core Experiences: The route design integrates four main themes: 'Feeling History,' 'Understanding Restoration,' 'Experiencing Culture,' and 'Reading the City.' This includes watching an environmental theater at the Tuku First Market, strolling through Tuku Old Street with the Wonder Hospital team, and savoring local traditional 'snack platters.' • Construction Site Restoration Tours: Special arrangements allow the public to enter the restoration site of Tuku Shuntian Temple, a center of faith, where professionals will provide guided tours, offering a close-up look at traditional construction methods and craftsmanship from the 1935s. • 'Old Love Yunlin' Guides the Way with a Book: This year, in conjunction with the event, a special edition of the book 'Old Love Yunlin' has been published, comprehensively documenting 32 culturally significant sites in the county, serving as a dedicated cultural guide for the public's walking tours. • Stamp Collection and Check-ins Extended to October: The stamp collection activity linking heritage exhibition halls will continue until October 16th. In mid-October, a check-in event will be held to exchange for limited-edition National Heritage Day gifts, encouraging people from all over the country to visit Yunlin. Detailed information on route registration and schedules can be found on the official fan page of the 'Yunlin County Government Cultural Affairs Bureau'.

Yunlin National Heritage Day 2026 visits Tucheng with the theme "Tracing the City." Through theater, restoration tours, and old street walks, the event aims to lead the public in deeply understanding the local history and culture. Key highlights include: • Environmental Theater and Historical Reenactment: Held in the core area of Tucheng, the event combines the local historical background with environmental theater to showcase Tucheng's past glory and the traces of its urban development. • Heritage Restoration Site Tour: The Secretary-General of Tucheng Shuntian Temple will give a briefing and lead participants into the restoration site of Shuntian Temple. This on-site tour offers participants a close-up look at this center of faith, which was rebuilt between 1935 and 1938 and preserves numerous artisan works and special construction techniques. • Old Street Walk and Food Culture: The Wonder Hospital team will guide participants through Tucheng's old street, exploring local industries, commerce, and lifestyle development through its architecture and street layout. The experience concludes with a traditional local delicacy, the "Dim Sum Platter," to deepen the sensory experience. • Promoting Cultural Integration into Life: Tucheng Township Mayor Chen Te-kai and the Cultural and Tourism Department expressed their hope that this event will allow residents and tourists to gain a deeper understanding of history and integrate culture into daily life. Following the event, 14 walking routes will continue to be launched, and a check-in event to exchange gifts will be held in mid-October to encourage widespread participation from across the nation.

Key Points: • Credit Card Bill Taxed: A father's unpaid credit card debt of 3.5 million NTD for his son was deemed a gift because the debt relationship couldn't be proven, resulting in a gift tax of 106,000 NTD. • Calculation Method: After deducting the annual tax-exempt amount of 2.44 million NTD per person, the remaining balance is taxed at a 10% rate. • Common Violations: Parents paying credit card bills, student loans, car loans, or mortgages for their children without compensation falls under the scope of gifts. • Tax Exemption and Proof: The tax exemption is calculated based on the total amount gifted by the donor throughout the year. If claiming a loan, proof such as a contract, fund flow, and repayment records must be provided.

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Kleine-Levin Syndrome (KLS) is a rare neurological disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of 'hypersomnia' accompanied by 'cognitive and behavioral abnormalities'. It predominantly affects adolescents, with a higher proportion of male patients than female. During an episode, patients may sleep for 15 to 20 hours a day, only waking to eat or use the restroom. Even when awake, patients exhibit mental confusion akin to sleepwalking, slowed reactions, and intense feelings of detachment from reality. Additionally, episodes are often accompanied by binge eating (especially cravings for sweets), hypersexuality, anxiety, depression, or compulsive behaviors. The most distinctive feature of KLS is its periodic recurrence. Each episode can last from several days to weeks, after which the symptoms completely disappear. During the inter-episode periods (which can last months or even years), the patient's intellect, behavior, and sleep return to complete normality. The exact cause remains unclear in the medical community, but it is widely believed to be related to hypothalamic dysfunction, possibly triggered by immune system abnormalities or viral infections. Currently, there is no cure for KLS. Acute episodes are primarily managed with supportive care to ensure patient safety and nutrition. Medications such as psychostimulants (e.g., modafinil) can be used to alleviate hypersomnia, and lithium salts are often employed to reduce the frequency of episodes. Fortunately, the condition is often self-limiting, with most patients recovering spontaneously after 8 to 12 years.

The National Pension system has a subsidy mechanism for 'income below a certain standard.' Even if you don't qualify as low-income or middle-low-income, you can significantly reduce your monthly premium if you meet the conditions. The latest 2026 system (as shown in Figure 2) and key review points are as follows: 👥 Eligibility and Billing Focus • Combined Household Income Calculation: Eligibility isn't based solely on individual salary but on the average income of the insured person, spouse, first-degree lineal relatives, lineal relatives in the same household, and dependents. • Income Thresholds Vary by City/County: Based on the 2026 minimum living cost standard, thresholds differ across regions. For example, in New Taipei City, if the average monthly household income per person is below 26,625 NTD, you can receive a 70% subsidy (paying 665 NTD/month); if it's below 35,500 NTD, you can receive a 55% subsidy (paying 997 NTD/month). • Imputed Income Even Without Work: Individuals capable of working but unemployed will generally have an imputed income based on the 2026 minimum wage of 29,500 NTD, unless they meet specific exceptions like being recognized as unemployed by a public employment service agency. • No Upper Limit on Movable/Immovable Assets: This subsidy does not have an upper limit on total asset value, but income from savings interest, rental properties, etc., under your name will be included in the total household income. 📚 Application Process The insured person must proactively apply at the public service office in their registered domicile. After government approval, it will automatically link with the Bureau of Labor Insurance to change the payment notice, and eligibility will be effective from the month of application.

The Old Farmer Welfare Pension (Old Farmer Pension) is a supplementary welfare benefit provided by the government to ensure the later life security of farmers and fishermen. The latest eligibility criteria, premium amounts, and wealth thresholds for 2026 are as follows (see Figure 2): 💰 Payment Standards and Latest Amendments • Current Payment Amount: Full amount is 8,110 yuan per month (requires 15 years of agricultural insurance); Half amount is 4,055 yuan per month (for those who joined before July 17, 2014, with at least 6 months and less than 15 years of coverage). • Bonus Amendment Progress: The Executive Yuan has proposed an amendment to increase the amount to 10,000 yuan and plans to add a mechanism for early review based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI). However, it has not yet passed the third reading in the Legislative Yuan. Currently, payments are still made according to the original standards. 👤 Basic Eligibility for Application (Farmers and Fishermen Comparison) • Basic Conditions: Must be 65 years or older, hold ROC nationality, have resided in Taiwan for at least 183 days per year for the past 3 years, and not be receiving other government living subsidies concurrently. • Special Restrictions for Fishermen: Must be a Class A member of a fishermen's association with 15 years of membership, already receiving labor insurance old-age benefits, and generally must have joined labor insurance and the fishermen's association before November 12, 1998, without interruption (fishermen are not eligible for the half amount). • Social Insurance Restrictions: Generally, those who have received old-age benefits from the National Pension, Labor Insurance, Civil Servant Insurance, or Military Insurance cannot receive this pension concurrently, unless they meet the transitional clause for those who joined before November 12, 1998, and maintained continuous eligibility.