The main contents of the press conference held by Prime Minister Suga after 9 pm are as follows.
Medical care provision system
"The number of newly infected people continues to reach record highs. Especially in the central region, etc., it is showing a high increase. In almost all regions nationwide, unprecedented spread of infection continues. The health center system and medical care provision system continue to be difficult. ”
“ With the cooperation of the people, we will overcome this crisis at all costs. That determination remains unchanged. Medical care is certain. We will promptly take urgent medical measures so that we can receive the medical treatment. We will do what is necessary to protect the lives and livelihoods of the people one by one. "
Measures for home recuperators
"First of all, it is a measure for home recuperators. I think that those who are recuperating at home are feeling very lonely. Health observation and consultation at the clinic where the patient first visited. , We will promptly build a system that allows you to perform telephone medical treatment, etc., with the cooperation of the Medical Association, depending on the actual situation in the area. "
Medical care for pregnant women
Regarding the problem that a pregnant woman who was confirmed to be infected with the new coronavirus in Chiba Prefecture could not be hospitalized and the baby died,
"It was very painful that the hospital was difficult to adjust and the baby was lost. We will also promote the securing of advanced medical systems that can handle pregnant women infected with babies in the region, and thoroughly share information and strengthen cooperation between hospitals, prefectures and fire departments so that they can be transported quickly even in an emergency. go"