New Taipei Mayoral Candidate Pledges Increased Denture Subsidies After Advisor's Suggestion

During a campaign rally for New Taipei mayoral candidate Su Chiao-hui, Administrative Executive Chen Shih-chung proposed an increase in dental subsidies for vulnerable elderly residents. Following his suggestion, Su immediately announced the enhanced policy, which would offer up to NT$80,000 for low-to-middle income seniors and NT$120,000 for those with the lowest income to cover the cost of dentures.

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Su Chiao-hui is truly someone with ideals, ideas, and solutions. She has great genes and relies on her own efforts.

Chen expressed his hope that New Taipei's elderly population would soon have beautiful smiles, envisioning a future where they could live vibrantly and healthily. He lauded Su's qualifications, describing her as someone with strong ideals, innovative ideas, and practical solutions. He noted her consistent recognition as a top legislator and emphasized her thoughtful approach to policy, which considers societal impact and potential future issues.

Chen specifically addressed the existing NT$50,000 denture subsidy, acknowledging its adequacy for many but recognizing the financial struggles faced by the lowest-income seniors in accessing dental care despite having national health insurance. Drawing on his experience as a dentist, he advocated for the increased subsidy levels for these groups. He humorously added that he was confident in Su's election, implying his endorsement was contingent on her victory.

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I will follow the instructions.

Su readily agreed to the proposed increase, stating that the policy would not only encourage those in need to utilize the benefits but also foster stronger relationships between dentists and patients. She described it as a win-win policy that could even reduce overall national health insurance payouts by promoting better oral health and nutrition. Su believes this investment is worthwhile.

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This policy is a win-win policy. It can encourage those in need to come forward and use its benefits, and it also helps your dentists gain more friends who come to the clinic.