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Since the number of patients of influenza is expected to increase from autumn through winter, carefully avoid getting infected and see a doctor if you start to have symptoms.
The symptoms of influenza include sudden fever, coughing, and sore throat. It is wise to keep preventative measures in mind on a regular basis. |
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 To Prevent Infection
- Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and running water for 15 seconds or longer.
- Wear a mask in crowded areas, always keep “cough etiquette” in mind, and be sure to gargle often.
- If you need to step out, avoid crowds as much as possible.
- Get plenty of rest and proper nutrition to maintain your strength.
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What Is “Cough Etiquette”?
- When you cough or sneeze, cover your nose and mouth with a tissue, turn your face away from others, and keep a distance of about one meter or more from the people around you as much as possible.
- Throw away used tissues that contain nasal mucus or phlegm in a trash can that has a lid to prevent germs from spreading.
- If you have flu symptoms, be sure to wear a mask.
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| Types of Masks and How to Wear One Properly |
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| Proper Way to Wash Hands |
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If You Show Symptoms of Influenza
- If you have a regular doctor and/or know of any neighborhood medical institutions:
Ask the doctor/medical institution about examination hours and methods and go for an examination. (Be sure to wear a mask when you go.)
- If you do not have a regular doctor or know of any neighborhood medical institutions: Please consult one of the consultation centers below.
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Medical Consultation in Languages other than Japanese
●Himawari (Tokyo Metropolitan Health and Medical Information Center), Tel: 03-5285-8181
Daily, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Languages: English, Chinese, Korean, Thai, and Spanish
●AMDA International Medical Information Center, Tel: 03-5285-8088
| English, Chinese, Korean, Thai, and Spanish |
Daily |
9 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
| Portuguese |
Mon., Wed., and Fri. |
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Filipino |
Wed. |
1 to 5 p.m. |
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