社会｜東京でインフルエンザ流行開始！ / Society | Influenza outbreak begins in Tokyo!

Summary

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has announced the arrival of the influenza outbreak season. This year’s outbreak has started over a month earlier than last year, marking the first time in two years that the outbreak has begun before November. In response to the onset of the outbreak, the Tokyo government is emphasizing the importance of basic infection prevention measures such as “handwashing,” “cough etiquette,” and “ventilation.” Concerns are also growing about the possibility of influenza outbreaks occurring regardless of the season.

Dialogue

This dialogue is fictional and based on the article.

Chako: Hey, Log, did you see the news that influenza is starting to spread in Tokyo? It’s early this year, isn’t it?
Log: Yeah, it’s more than a month earlier than last year. It’s the earliest start in two years since November. We really need to be careful about infectious diseases.
Chako: They mentioned that washing hands and practicing cough etiquette are important, but how should we take care of that?
Navi: It’s recommended to wash your hands, especially after coming home from going out and before eating. Cough etiquette means covering your mouth when you cough or sneeze. This helps prevent the spread of infection.
Log: I see, it’s really important to stick to those basic practices. Especially since the outbreak started early this year, we need to be extra cautious.

Admin’s Note

The early onset of the influenza outbreak is an important reminder for us to be vigilant. It’s especially crucial to revisit basic infection control measures. Navi’s response to Chako’s question also clearly outlines what we should be practicing in our daily lives, which is very helpful. As the colder season approaches, let’s all be mindful of our health. Don’t forget to wash your hands and wear masks, everyone!