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Flu cases rise in Japan: These days the increasing cases of flu in Japan have increased the concern. The number of patients in hospitals across the country is increasing rapidly, which has created huge pressure on the health system. According to reports, this infection is spreading more rapidly than normal flu. The Japanese government has officially declared it a nationwide flu epidemic. There has been a sudden surge in the number of patients in the last few weeks, due to which both fear and alertness have increased among the people. The government and health agencies are continuously monitoring so that the infection can be prevented from spreading. Amidst the increasing cases, the possibility of Covid-like situations is also being raised.
According to reports, more than 4,000 people have been admitted to hospitals so far, out of which the condition of many patients is said to be critical. rising flu Due to the cases, shortage of beds and pressure on medical staff is being seen in many hospitals. Hospitals and health services are not functioning properly in many areas of Japan. To prevent infection, the government has ordered temporary closure of more than 100 schools, so that children and teachers can be protected from infection. Experts say that if this pace continues, the situation may become as serious as the Covid epidemic.
What is this virus, how is it causing harm?
Dr Ajit Jain, Associate Professor at Rajiv Gandhi Hospital According to , this flu virus spreading in Japan may be a mutated version of normal influenza. It is possible that this virus is undergoing mutation in Japan, due to which it has become more infectious and dangerous than before. This virus is mainly believed to be related to a new strain of H3N2 virus, which spreads more quickly than normal flu and can cause severe symptoms in people with weak immunity.
Dr. Jain says that the increase in flu cases in Japan is a cause for concern, but it should not be considered or feared as a situation like Covid. Flu is usually mild and its death rate is much lower than Covid.
This time the flu season started about five weeks ago, which shows that the weather is changing and the virus is spreading rapidly. The continuously increasing cases have increased the pressure on hospitals, doctors and nurses have to work day and night. The government has given instructions to increase surveillance and ensure availability of medicines.
Appeal for caution and vaccination
It has been advised to get flu vaccine.
Wear a mask in crowded areas.
Maintain hand hygiene and use sanitizer.
If symptoms like cough or fever appear, contact the doctor immediately.
Provide extra protection to children and the elderly while leaving the house.