By / MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team
Travelers planning to visit Japan for New Year’s or Chinese New Year should take note. On the 27th, the Taiwan Centers for Disease Control (CDC) released epidemic monitoring data showing a recent surge in infectious gastroenteritis cases in Japan, with over 61,500 new infections reported in a single week, marking the third-highest weekly figure in the past decade. The CDC advises that tourists visiting Japan should avoid raw foods such as sashimi, and recommends cooking shellfish like oysters before eating to reduce the risk of infection.
Japan has recently seen a rise in gastroenteritis outbreaks caused by the norovirus. Travelers are advised to be mindful of their food choices (Image source / Wikipedia)
In addition to raw seafood, the norovirus can also be transmitted through the hands of food handlers. Once infected, symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhea can appear within as little as 12 hours, and medical attention should be sought promptly. The norovirus is highly mutable—even those who have been infected before can contract it again. Cold temperatures can also exacerbate outbreaks. Travelers heading to Japan, South Korea, China, and similar destinations are urged to stay vigilant and remain extra cautious to ensure a safer trip.
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