The Health Promotion Administration has urged people with cardiovascular disease to avoid eating spicy food or drinking alcohol before taking a hot bath or entering a hot spring during cold weather. Elderly people and people with cardiovascular disease should consult with their doctor before entering hot baths or hot springs in cold weather, and keep in mind six points, the HPA said. New Taipei CityFeb. 8, 9 (Thurs-Fri): garbage collection begins in the morning and ends at 6pm. TainanExtra service: Feb. 8 (Thurs) and Feb. 13 (Tue). KaohsiungFeb. 8, 9 (Thurs-Fri): garbage collection begin at 10am and ends at 6pm.
