New virus "improvement of environment to allow people with symptoms to rest" Prime Minister Abe February 18 19:28
The government's headquarters on the infection of the new coronavirus has been opened, and Prime Minister Abe said that it is important for people with colds such as fever to stay out of schools and workplaces and stay out to prevent the spread of infection. Called for cooperation in creating an environment where people can take a break.
In this report, Prime Minister Abe said, “At the meeting of the experts of adults, it was necessary to take measures to anticipate the situation where the number of patients would increase. Various measures were taken to prevent the spread of infection in the future. We need to get the cooperation of the people. "
Then, "If you have cold symptoms such as fever, taking a break from school or work and staying out of the house are important actions that can prevent the spread of infection. To do so, you need to understand schools, businesses, and society as a whole. It is important to create an environment where students and employees can rest easily. I would like to ask for your cooperation. "
"Teleworking is also an effective means. I would like each minister to make efforts to gain a thorough understanding, such as disseminating the relevant organizations to improve the environment." Regarding the holding of a large-scale event, he said, "We would like to hear the opinions of experts and promptly provide appropriate information to the public, including the need to review the timing of the event." We instructed Ministers to try to disseminate easy information.
He continued to work closely with local governments in each region and instructed them to do their utmost to expand and strengthen their testing, treatment and consultation systems.