For Everyday Safety

Surgical masks and frequent hand washing are essential for curtailing the new coronavirus. Avoiding crowded places, getting sufficient rest, and eating a balanced diet are also important.

< To those traveling abroad: >
●Keep abreast of the conditions in the area of your destination by checking the prefectural, Ministry of Labour, and Foreign Ministry web sites.
●If traveling to regions where there is a high risk of new coronavirus pneumonia infection, avoid marketplaces where live animals are handled, and take all precautions such as wearing a surgical mask and washing hands frequently.

< To those entering or returning from China: >
■Persons entering the country from any region where there is a high risk of new coronavirus pneumonia infection should apply for quarantine if experiencing any symptoms of cough or fever or if taking any cough or fever reducing medication.
■If you experience any symptoms of cough or fever after having entered the country, please contact your nearest health facility to receive an examination according to the directions of a health professional.

○ Consultation Hotline in Case of Fever or Similar Concerns (24-Hour Hotline)
Tottori Health Office TEL 0857-22-5694 (after hours call 0857-22-8111)
Kurayoshi Health Office TEL 0858-23-3145
Yonago Health Offcie TEL 0859-31-9317

Measures against Respiratory Infection from New Strain of Coronavirus in Wuhan, China

A Notice from Tottori Prefecture:
○Medical facilities in the prefecture are on the alert. Information is distributed as soon as new developments are confirmed. Residents are urged to remain calm.
○Persons entering the country or returning from high-risk areas such as Wuhan are urged to request quarantine in the event of any symptoms such as cough or fever.
○Persons experiencing cough or high fever after having entered the country should contact a local health facility and report for diagnosis in accordance with the directions of a health professional.
○Sanitary precautions such as hand washing and wearing a surgical mask are essential for prevention.

For consultation in case of high fever (24-hour hotline):
Tottori City Health Office 0857-22-5694 (night line 0857-22-8111)
Kurayoshi Health Office 0858-23-3145
Yonago Health Office 0859-31-9317

Multilingual Living Information (Living Guide) (produced by CLAIR)
Read in various languages about the necessities for life in Japan.
(Certificate of residence, various procedures, medical, education, driving, local ordinances, etc.)

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