Influenza outbreak begins in Fujisawa City, seven weeks earlier than last year

Fujisawa City announced on the 19th that influenza activity in the city has entered the epidemic period, seven weeks earlier than last year and unusually early compared with typical years. The city’s Health Prevention Division urged residents to practice handwashing and cough etiquette, and to take precautions to avoid infection. Officials advised people at higher risk to seek medical attention promptly and encouraged vaccination where appropriate.