COVID-19 risks
Oct. 19, 2022, midnight
In light of the fact that the global infection situation is generally improving, and that G7 countries have already stopped designating levels by country and region, all the new coronavirus infectious disease risk information will be issued on October 19. The world is uniformly set to level 1 (please be careful).
Aug. 24, 2022, midnight
On August 24, the infectious disease risk information for 41 countries was changed from level 3 (recommendation to avoid travel) to level 2 (please refrain from non-essential travel), and the infectious disease risk information for 55 countries/regions was changed to level 2. The level has been lowered from (Please refrain from unnecessary and non-urgent travel) to Level 1 (Please be careful).
July 25, 2022, midnight
On July 23, Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus of the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the global outbreak of monkeypox a "public health emergency of international concern." According to the WHO, more than 16,000 cases of monkeypox infection in 75 countries and regions have been reported so far, and the infection is spreading worldwide.
July 1, 2022, midnight
Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the risk of death and aggravation has decreased, and deregulation at the water's edge and in Japan has also been seen, especially in countries where vaccination is progressing worldwide. I'm on the way. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.
May 26, 2022, midnight
Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the number of new infections and deaths is declining worldwide, and the risk of death and aggravation is mainly in countries where vaccination is progressing. Is declining, and regulations are being relaxed at the water's edge and in Japan. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.
April 1, 2022, midnight
The level of infectious disease risk information should be reviewed after comprehensively considering the actual situation of each country / region, such as the number of newly infected people in each country / region, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures. It was made. As a result, infectious disease risk information has been reduced from Level 3 "Recommendation for suspension of travel" to Level 2 "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" in 106 countries.
Nov. 29, 2021, midnight
As the infection may spread further, please be informed and try to prevent the infection.
Aug. 13, 2021, midnight
As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.
May 18, 2021, midnight
Coronavirus infections are still spreading worldwide, with more than 160 million confirmed infections and more than 3 million deaths worldwide. Although the number of infected people is decreasing in North America and Europe, the situation continues to require caution, such as the remarkable spread of infection in South Asia.
Based on this situation, the infectious disease risk information level in Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Seychelles, Saint Lucia, Thailand, East Timor, and Mongolia has been newly set to Level 2 by comprehensively considering various situations including the deterioration of the infection situation. "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" has been raised to Level 3 "Travel Cancellation Recommendation".
Oct. 30, 2020, midnight
As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.
Local and national news
Information for the past 30 days.
Caution regarding dengue fever (If you suspect you may be infected, please seek medical attention as soon as possible)
July 12, 2024, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
If you are planning to travel to or stay in tropical or subtropical regions such as Central and South America, Oceania, Southeast Asia, and Africa, where dengue fever is common, or if you are already staying there, please be sure to take appropriate preventive measures. In addition, if you suspect you may be infected, please visit a medical institution as soon as possible.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
Dengue fever awareness
July 26, 2024, 6:40 p.m.
1. In Tamil Nadu, between January 1 and July 24 this year, 6,565 dengue fever cases (last year it was about 350) and 3 deaths were confirmed, showing an increase compared to previous years and a significant increase compared to last year.
2. An increase in infections has been reported in various parts of the state, including Chennai, and mosquito fogging is being carried out in the state.
3. The dengue fever epidemic season in Tamil Nadu is in July, October to November, and January, when mosquitoes increase in number after the rainy season. Dengue fever is a disease transmitted by mosquitoes infected with the virus, so please take measures to avoid mosquito bites in your daily life.
4. If you experience any symptoms that may be due to infection, please visit a hospital immediately and receive appropriate treatment from a doctor.
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Political rally by the ruling party AITC (TMC) in Kolkata (scheduled for Sunday, July 21, 2024)
July 19, 2024, 5:21 p.m.
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1. On Sunday, July 21, a political rally will be held by the ruling AITC (TMC) in front of Victoria House in Kolkata. This rally is held every year to commemorate a political activist who was shot dead by police during a demonstration held in Kolkata in 1993, and is usually attended by a large number of supporters.
2. Considerable congestion and confusion is expected around the venue, Victoria House. Please take sufficient safety precautions, such as not approaching unnecessarily.
3. Generally, places where many people gather, such as rallies, are prone to trouble and can become targets of terrorism or develop into riots or clashes.
Please take sufficient safety precautions to avoid becoming a victim, such as staying away from places where rallies or disputes are occurring, or around groups of people chanting slogans.
In the unlikely event that you are present at a location where an unforeseen incident has occurred, please leave the area immediately and prioritize your own safety. Also, if you receive information that a Japanese national has been affected, please notify our Embassy.
4. Please also be aware that according to an announcement by the Kolkata Police, traffic and parking restrictions will be in place on surrounding roads from early morning until late at night.
Reference: Kolkata Police Traffic Regulation Information (English)
https://www.kolkatatrafficpolice.gov.in/traffic_restriction.html
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