Japan to downgrade coronavirus categorization on Monday

NHK -- May 07

Japan will categorize coronavirus in the same group as seasonal influenza starting on Monday.

The new status means the government will no longer legally restrict the public's movement to prevent infection, and people will be allowed to make some decisions for themselves.

Under the new category, Covid-19 vaccinations will continue to be free through this fiscal year as infections could continue spreading. The health ministry is also recommending that people stay home for five days after being infected with the virus. ...continue reading

May 07 (ANNnewsCH) - 新型コロナウイルスの感染症法の分類は8日からインフルエンザと同じ5類に移行します。この数年間、私たちの生活を一変させた未知のウイルスとの戦いは新たな局面を迎えます。  ...continue reading