Key Facts
• As of August 31, Iwate Prefecture reported 3.11 new fifth disease cases per medical facility.
• This marks the highest rate since statistics began in 1987, surpassing the previous week by 1.7 points.
• Six regions, including Central Iwate and Ōshū, exceeded the warning level of 2 cases per facility.
• COVID-19 cases rose for the ninth consecutive week, reaching 9.05 cases per facility (+0.66 points).
• Whooping cough cases decreased to 33, down by 7 from the previous week, marking a two-week decline.
• Authorities urge preventive measures like handwashing and mask-wearing to curb infections.
Summary
In Iwate Prefecture, the weekly average of new fifth disease cases per medical facility reached a record 3.11 as of August 31, the highest since 1987. Six regions exceeded the warning threshold, prompting calls for preventive measures. COVID-19 cases continued their nine-week rise, averaging 9.05 per facility, while whooping cough cases fell to 33, a two-week low. Authorities emphasize hygiene practices to mitigate further spread.
