In Nara Prefecture, the warning regarding the influenza epidemic has been rescinded. However, the spread of this new influenza is still continuing, and the following precautions should still be taken into consideration.
In order to prevent catching or transmitting influenza, please wash your hands and gargle as frequently as possible throughout the day. In addition, make an effort to get plenty of sleep, eat nutritious foods, and conduct other healthy practices that help prevent against acquiring an illness.
When you have symptoms such as coughing or sneezing, please wear a mask as much as possible, and bear in mind proper coughing and sneezing etiquette.
If anyone with these conditions shows the symptoms of influenza, they should consult with their regular doctors, and seek medical treatment as soon as possible.
Currently, those who are given priority for inoculations, as well as normal healthy adults are being given a vaccine for this new influenza at health facilities. In order to avoid becoming afflicted with influenza, please investigate receiving an inoculation in the near future.