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・Pay attention to information about outbreaks of new strains of influenza announced by the government and local administrative bodies, and about travel to and return from countries where such an outbreak has occurred.・Take complete steps to prevent infection and follow the instructions of the government, local administrative bodies, and medical institutions.・Obtain information from sources such as television, radio, and the websites of the of the government and local administrative bodies.・If you think you may be infected (subjective symptoms such as a fever of 38°C or higher or cough), call the health center or other institution in advance and promptly seek examination by a medical institution.・Anybody may become infected. Do not abuse or slander infected persons.　In case of a new influenza outbreak, the World Health Organization (WHO) will identifythe countries with outbreaks, and notify all nations. After the outbreak has been identified, the Japanese government will take measures to prevent the spread of infection by monitoringairport and port facilities for those arriving from areas of outbreak. When a new influenza virus has been confirmed in Japan, hospitalization recommendation measures will be taken and examine at the specialized medical institution in accordance with the Infectious Diseases Control Law. However, if further infection spreads and the number of patients increased, carefully check.　The following are general measures for preventing infections from infectious diseases such as new strains of influenza.○Practice good cough etiquette.2. Stockpile supplies 　During the peak infection period, it is believed that up to 40% of persons will be forced to take time off work because they have fallen ill or must take care of ill family members. This could potentially reduce the availability of a wide range of services including government services, public transportation, and logistics. As a routine matter, you should stockpile food, masks, and other supplies in addition to making preparations for natural disasters.2. In case of an outbreak in Japan　If the government has declared a state of emergency, the government may request that people refrain from leaving their homes unnecessarily except in emergency, and that operation of theaters, events, etc. be restricted. Please accept and cooperate with these requests.(1) Put on a mask, when there are symptoms like coughing.(2) Cover mouth & nose with tissue, when coughing, sneezing.(3) Turn your face away from the people around you.○Wash your hands when returning from outside.○Keep indoor environments at a proper humidity and ventilated.○Live a healthy lifestyle and get proper rest.○Eat nutritionally balanced food and drink enough fluids.　Routine Preparation1. Let's routinely strive to prevent influenza infections　If a new strain of influenza occurs1. In case of an outbreak overseas54