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Japan saw over 16,000 deaths from COVID-19 in May-Nov 2023
Japan Today | English | News | May 9, 2024 | Epidemics and Pandemics
Japan experienced over 16,000 deaths from COVID-19 between May and November 2023, even after the government downgraded the virus to a lower-risk disease category. Health experts emphasize the importance of recognizing that lives are still being lost to the virus. The government is shifting focus on vaccinations to the elderly and high-risk groups, while also preparing for future outbreaks by securing beds and establishing new organizations for infectious disease crisis management.