Overview of the Institute of Hygiene

The Institute of Health, in close cooperation with the public health center on a daily basis, plays a part in health crisis management as a scientific and technical support organization through test inspections and research on health, safety and security closely related to civil life. I am carrying it. In addition, based on the Act on the Prevention of Infectious Diseases and Medical Care for Patients with Infectious Diseases (Article 15), the Yokohama City Infectious Disease Information Center conducts tests for pathogens, collects, analyzes, and publishes local patient information and pathogen information. I am.

• Installation grounds and related laws and regulations (PDF: 68KB)
• History (PDF: 221KB)

As we live our daily lives, new problems that threaten the living environment and health are emerging one after another.
In order to prevent infectious diseases, protect the safety of food and pharmaceuticals, and ensure a hygienic living environment, prompt and appropriate response to health hazards is important. The Health Research Institute is involved in health and hygiene (1) test tests, (2) research and research, (3) training guidance, and (4) information to protect the health of citizens and lead a safe and secure life. Collection, analysis, and provision (Yokohama City Infectious Disease Information and Inspection Information Monthly Report).

• Administration Section
• In charge of accuracy management and planning

• In charge of infectious disease information
• Epidemiological Information

• In charge of bacteria
• In charge of virus
• In charge of medical and animal

• In charge of food additives
• In charge of trace pollutants
• In charge of environmental chemistry
• In charge of pharmaceutical affairs and household goods

Every year, the Health Research Institute facility is open to the public so that citizens can understand the work content and role of the Institute. In addition, we conduct facility tours for groups related to Yokohama City.

• As a facility close to citizens

Location

〒236-0051 2-7-1, Tomiokahigashi, Kanazawa-ku, Yokohama-shi

Phone

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Access

• Seaside line
  1 minute walk from Nambu Market Station (Exit 3)
• Yokohama Municipal Bus
  61 lines from JR Shin-Sugita Station/Isogo Station (bound for Immigration Bureau) 2 minutes walk from the bus stop in front of Nambu Market.