About new infectious diseases (new influenza, etc.)

When a new infectious disease occurs, most people do not have immunity (resistance), which can rapidly infect many people and cause a global pandemic.

One of these "new infectious diseases" is the new influenza. The new influenza occurs every 10 to 40 years, and its antigenicity is significantly different from the seasonal influenza that spreads in winter every year, and once it spreads, many people are at risk of becoming more severe.
In addition, there are influenza (revival-type influenza) that has been prevalent in the past and has not been prevalent for a while since then, but has become prevalent again, and these are collectively referred to as "new influenza".

It is not possible to predict when, where, and what infectious diseases will occur. It is important that each person prepares with the correct knowledge on a daily basis, and when a new infectious disease (such as a new influenza) occurs, it is important to take measures to prevent infection and prevent the spread of infection.

For new infectious diseases, it is effective to take basic infection control measures on a daily basis.

• After going out, wash your hands with running water and soap.
• After washing your hands, rinse thoroughly with water and wipe your fingers with a clean towel or paper towel.

• When coughing or sneezing, cover your nose and mouth with a mask or tissue.
• Wash your hands immediately if you have runny nose or sputum on your palms.

• Get enough sleep, eat a well-balanced diet, and build physical strength.

In order to avoid going out as much as possible when a new infectious disease spreads, be sure to prepare items for infection control in accordance with disaster stockpiles such as food, daily necessities, and clothing.
The following is an example. Let's prepare according to each life.

• Medicines for chronic diseases, antipyretic analgesics, gastrointestinal medicine, general cold medicine, etc.)
• Thermometer
• Ice pillow
• Alcohol for disinfection (concentration 70% or more)
• Household chlorine bleach: Use to disinfect your surroundings, such as tables and doorknobs.
• Nonwoven fabric mask

Basic infection control measures and stockpiling are summarized in large letters in an easy-to-read manner.
Please feel free to use it.

• Get calm and get the right information so that you don't be fooled by unfounded rumors or rumors.
• Check the latest information published by the country or local government.
• A special consultation desk will be opened. Phone number and others will be announced on our website and in public relations papers.

Based on the national new influenza countermeasures action plan formulated in November 2005, the Yokohama City New Influenza Countermeasures Action Plan was formulated in December of the same year.
In addition, the plan was revised based on the "Special Measures for Measures against Pandemic Influenza" enforced in April 2013.

Vaccinations implemented by municipalities to residents based on the Act on Special Measures against Pandemic Influenza when a pandemic influenza occurs in Japan and declaration of a state of emergency is carried out, is called "resident vaccination."
In March 2016, Yokohama City formulated the "Guidelines for Inoculation based on the Act on Special Measures against Pandemic Influenza, etc." based on the Action Plan for New Influenza in Yokohama City.

In the event of a new influenza outbreak, Vaccinations is temporarily provided to employees of businesses that provide medical care or contribute to the stability of people's lives and the national economy, and public servants involved in implementing measures against pandemic influenza. It is called "specific vaccination."
In addition, in order to be eligible for specific vaccinations, it is necessary to obtain the registration of the Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare in advance.

Please access the following link "Specific Vaccination Management System [Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare]" and apply for registration.
※When applying, please check the registration procedure and Q & A carefully before applying.