Cases of a dangerous and highly fatal bacterial infection have reached record levels in Japan, official figures show, with experts so far unable to pinpoint the reason for the rise.
As of June 2, Japan’s Health Ministry had recorded 977 cases of streptococcal toxic shock syndrome , which has a mortality rate of up to 30%. Some 77 people have died from the infection between January and March, the latest figures available. The ongoing outbreak in Japan has already surpassed last year’s previous record of 941 preliminary infections – the highest since statistics began in 1999.
can be deadly. Out of 10 people with cases. Japan’s National Institute of Infectious Diseases released a risk assessment saying the number of
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Small uptick in Ohio COVID-19 cases ends 13-week streaking of falling cases: Coronavirus updateThere were 34 Ohioans newly hospitalized with COVID-19 in the last week, raising the total since the beginning of the pandemic in 2020 to 151,526.
Read more »
New Zealand Prime Minister's plane breaks down on way to JapanNew Zealand Prime Minister's plane breaks down on way to Japan
Read more »
Japan core machinery orders down in April, raising capital spending concernsJapan core machinery orders down in April, raising capital spending concerns
Read more »
5 Most Popular Manhwa in Japan Right Now & Why You Should Read ThemMerlyn De Souza is a freelance writer and anime enthusiast based in the tiny coastal state of Goa, India. When she isn&039;t writing, she can be found exploring various realms of entertainment including, but not limited to, K-dramas, novels, and the occasional manhwa.
Read more »
Honda And Mitsubishi Join Forces For EV Leasing And Battery Recycling In JapanALTNA's energy-control technologies will also assist in EVs charging automatically at off-peak times
Read more »
Japan stands firm on Osprey flights despite US restrictions, defense chief saysJapanese and American V-22 Ospreys are being safely operated in Japan. Defense Minister Minoru Kihara said Friday that he has no plans to request a flight suspension.
Read more »