Alert from the Child Care Section of Kofu City Hall regarding
"Herpangina <Vesicular Stomatitis>”
This is to inform you that Herpangina infection has entered the alert level in Kofu City.
[Number of infected cases]
Number of herpangina cases reported
per fixed point: 8.0 (June 26-July 2)
The alarm level is raised when the number of cases exceeds 6.0
NOTE: NLIS has one case.
[Route of infection]
Droplet infection, contact infection, etc.
[Symptoms]
High fever (38-40 degrees Celsius) and blisters on the throat
Inability to eat or drink can lead to dehydration, which can lead to severe illness.
[Preventive measures]
Wash hands thoroughly and avoid sharing towels.
Avoid close contact with infected people. Gargling and coughing etiquette are also effective.
[Others]
Infants are more susceptible, but adults with weakened immune systems can also contract the disease.
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