The number of new coronavirus infections in Japan exceeded 100,000 for the second day in a row.
In preparation for a simultaneous epidemic with influenza, the government is proceeding with specific considerations such as the timing of taking measures to avoid the strain on medical institutions.
The number of new coronavirus infections in Japan announced by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare on the 16th was more than 107,000, including airport quarantines, exceeding 100,000 for the second consecutive day following the 15th.
Kamasaki, Executive Director of the Japan Medical Association, said, "I think we can't help but think that a new wave has started. We have a sense of crisis that we must improve the medical care provision system as quickly as possible."
First of all, the government says that it is important to inoculate against the Omicron strain, and plans to strengthen the appeal through TV commercials and other means. I will put it in," he said.
At the same time, in preparation for a simultaneous epidemic with influenza, specific measures will be taken while listening to the opinions of experts, such as calling on people who are at low risk of becoming seriously ill to receive medical treatment at home or online medical treatment to avoid overcrowding at medical institutions. is under consideration.