- Cases of infectious gastroenteritis are increasing in Japan for the third consecutive week.
- The number of patients per clinic rose to 8.55, with some prefectures like Gunma and Gifu experiencing significantly higher rates.
- Health officials are advising thorough handwashing and disinfecting cooking utensils to prevent the spread of the virus.

A: Hey, did you hear about the news? Seems like everyone's getting sick!

B: No, what happened? What’s going on?

A: Apparently, a stomach bug is spreading! Norovirus, they're calling it.

B: Ugh, seriously? Like, stomach flu? Fever, vomiting, diarrhea? That’s awful!

A: Yeah, it's been going up for three weeks now. Lots of kids are affected.

B: Wow, that's a lot! Where's it worst?

A: The Institute checked reports from clinics all over. Gunma and Gifu have the highest numbers. Tokyo too, it seems!

B: Tokyo?! That's a bit scary. I just ate sushi yesterday!

A: Haha, relax! They’re saying wash your hands really well, and boil your cooking stuff.

B: Right! Good reminder. I’ll definitely do that. Thanks for telling me!

A: No problem! Stay healthy!