It was found that at least 122 people nationwide died due to sudden deterioration of their physical condition at home after being infected with the new coronavirus.
In particular, there have been a series of cases of sudden changes in condition since last month, and experts point out that "it is necessary to establish a system that allows prompt treatment at the hospital according to the symptoms."
Police nationwide conduct autopsies and dissections to investigate the cause of death in detail for people who died outside of medical institutions.
According to the National Police Agency, 122 people have died so far just by knowing that they died due to sudden deterioration of their physical condition at home after being infected with the new coronavirus.
In particular, the number increased sharply to 56 last month, and 50 of them died due to medical treatment at home or accommodation.
In addition, even if you are not feeling well, it may take some time before you see a medical institution and the infection may be discovered after you die.
Professor Kazuhiro Tateda of Toho University, who is the chairman of the Japanese Society of Infectious Diseases, said, "Even if it seems to be mild, there are cases where the condition suddenly deteriorates. In that case, it is necessary to establish a system to receive medical treatment at a medical institution as soon as possible. "