"Is a cold a Class 5?" "Should I report a cold?" The unfortunate reason why the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare's new monitoring survey of the number of patients is unlikely to be effective in preparing for a pandemic

A survey has been launched to grasp the nationwide epidemic status of acute respiratory infections (ARIs). In addition to traditional targets such as influenza and COVID-19, this survey will also cover "colds" accompanied by coughs and runny noses. The National Health Crisis Management Agency (NHMC) has also launched a survey to grasp the nationwide epidemic status of acute respiratory infections (ARIs). In addition to traditional targets such a…