As the infection of the new coronavirus spreads rapidly in Tokyo and the work of the health center is strained, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government has practically narrowed down the investigation to identify close contacts to facilities for the elderly, and other than that, from the infected person. We have notified the health centers in Tokyo to consider ways such as asking them to contact people who are considered to be close contacts.
The rapid spread of infection continues in Tokyo, and on the 19th, a record high of 7377 infections was confirmed.
The work of the health centers is also tight, and depending on the city, about 10 health centers out of the 23 wards have already reduced the survey to identify the ever-increasing number of close contacts.
In response to this situation, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government issued a notice on the 19th requesting health centers in Tokyo to focus on grasping changes in the physical condition of infected people and communicating actions to be taken in the event of a sudden change. did.
In the notification, the investigation of close contacts should be practically limited to facilities for the elderly at high risk of serious illness and family members living together, and in other cases, the infected person should contact the person who is considered to be close contacts. We are asking you to consider ways such as.
A person in charge of the city said, "People who are suspected of having contact with an infected person or who are in poor physical condition should seek medical attention or undergo an examination immediately."