[HIGHLIGHTS] "Measles" infection confirmed in various places Characteristics of symptoms What are the countermeasures? (As of 5/23)

NHK: Measles infection is spreading in Japan. Number of infected people in Tokyo exceeds last year for the first time in three years.

The main symptoms of measles infection include fever, cough, and rash. Since there is no silver bullet for measles, experts say it is important to prevent infection with vaccines and other means on the market. For confidential support call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90 or visit a local Samaritans branch, see www.samaritans.org for details.