[Important Notice] Regarding Travel to Areas in Japan Affected by the New Influenza
Release Date:
May 19, Heisei 21
To All Students and Faculty and Staff
Kochi University, Crisis Management Officer
, Katsutoshi Sakurai, Executive Director (General Affairs)
Following the recent confirmation of a case of the new influenza virus in Japan, please consider postponing or refraining from business trips to affected areas and participation in various events going forward.
Furthermore, if you are currently staying in or must visit an affected area for business or other unavoidable reasons, please avoid contact with others as much as possible and take precautions to prevent infection (such as washing your hands, gargling, and wearing a mask).
In addition to taking care of your health, if you experience “respiratory symptoms such as fever (38°C or higher), chills, cough, or difficulty breathing,” please consult your nearest fever clinic and follow their instructions.
(Within Kochi Prefecture)
24-Hour Service: Kochi Prefecture Fever Consultation Center (Tel: 088-823-9092)
During weekday business hours: Aki Welfare and Health Center (Tel: 0887-34-3190)
Central East Welfare and Health Center (Tel: 0887-53-3190)
Chuo-Nishi Public Health and Welfare Center (Tel: 0889-22-1247)
Suzaki Public Health and Welfare Center (TEL: 0889-42-1999)
Hata Welfare and Health Center (TEL: 0880-35-5982)
Kochi City Public Health Center (Tel: 088-822-0577)
Reference Websites
・Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare website
・Kochi Prefecture Website