Core Viewpoint - The flu outbreak in Japan has reached alarming levels, with a significant increase in reported cases, prompting school closures in some areas [1] Group 1: Flu Statistics - From February 2 to 8, the average number of reported flu cases per designated medical institution in Japan was 43.34, marking the fifth consecutive week of increase and the second week at the epidemic alert level [1] - Over 160,000 flu cases were reported nationwide during the same week, with the average per institution rising from 30.03 cases the previous week, surpassing the epidemic alert threshold of 30 cases [1] - The number of cases reported as of February 8 was more than 11 times higher than the same period last year [1] Group 2: Seasonal Trends - The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare announced the start of the flu season in Japan on October 2025, which is about one month earlier than in previous years [1] - Initially, the flu season saw a rise in cases of influenza A, but from the end of 2025, the proportion of influenza B cases is expected to increase [1] - Experts suggest that the sequential circulation of both viruses may contribute to the potential resurgence of the flu outbreak after a period of decline [1]
日本流感病例数连续第二周达警报级别 部分学校停课
Xin Hua She·2026-02-16 09:48