Japan Found First Death from Tick-borne Oz Virus: New in the World
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Since this is the first confirmed fatal case, it is hard to judge the virus’ severity or danger at this point, said Tadaki Suzuki, an infectious pathology expert at the NIID.
“This case shows that the virus can cause severe symptoms including deaths, but the past detection of people with the antibodies also shows that some people may develop no or only light symptoms,” he said.
The ministry revealed that the best precaution for people is to avoid exposing their skin when in areas where they may come in contact with hard ticks. It advises people going near bushes to wear long-sleeved shirts and pants to avoid getting bitten by them, especially from the spring through the fall when the insects become active. Bug repellants may also help.
Anyone who is bitten by such ticks should visit a doctor instead of trying to remove them themselves, the ministry said.
China–Japan Tensions Rise, Experts Praise Indonesia’s Neutral Stance
The East Asian maritime region, directly adjacent to Southeast Asia where Indonesia lies, is experiencing heightened geopolitical tension. Japan’s recent remarks have fue
