Influenza alert issued for Hiroshima Prefecture as cases surge among youth

news.yahoo.co.jp (Japanese)

Hiroshima Prefecture has issued an influenza alert across the entire region due to a surge in cases, with 85% affecting individuals under 20. The alert was triggered as the average number of new influenza cases per medical institution reached 30.09, a 1.6-fold increase from the previous week. This marks the second earliest alert in a decade. Health officials urge thorough preventive measures like handwashing and ventilation, as further spread is anticipated with upcoming holiday gatherings.


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