Fukuoka Prefecture has issued a warning for hand-foot-and-mouth disease (HFMD) due to a significant rise in cases, surpassing the alert threshold. From June 10 to 16, the average number of HFMD patients per medical institution rose to 6.39, a 1.42-fold increase from the previous week, marking the ninth consecutive week of increase. This viral infection, characterized by rashes on hands, feet, and mouth, can cause severe symptoms such as encephalitis in young children. The prefecture urges thorough handwashing with soap and water and avoiding shared towels to prevent the spread. The last HFMD warning was issued in September 2021. Source: NHK
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