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Japan's Flu Cases Surge to Record 317,812

1/11/2025

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Influenza cases in Japan skyrocketed to an alarming record of 317,812 by late December, exceeding warning levels across all 47 prefectures. Oita reported an average of 104.84 cases per clinic. In response, the health ministry is set to roll out support for medical institutions to implement digital My Number health insurance cards this spring, aiming to enhance healthcare access.

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Story summary

Influenza cases in Japan skyrocketed to an alarming record of 317,812 by late December, exceeding warning levels across all 47 prefectures. Oita reported an average of 104.84 cases per clinic. In response, the health ministry is set to roll out support for medical institutions to implement digital My Number health insurance cards this spring, aiming to enhance healthcare access.