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HEALTH

Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Jul 8, 2020
Hundreds of cases, but no state of emergency: What changed in Japan?
This isn't April, when businesses shut their doors and workers stayed home; government officials argue that another emergency declaration isn't necessary.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 8, 2020
COVID-19 changing Japan municipalities' approach to baby checkups
The shift is aimed at preparing health care workers and the wider medical system for an expected second wave of COVID-19 infections.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Jul 8, 2020
Scientists warn of potential wave of coronavirus-linked brain damage
Scientists warned on Wednesday of a potential wave of coronavirus-related brain damage as new evidence suggested COVID-19 can lead to severe neurological complications, including inflammation, psychosis and delirium.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Jul 7, 2020
WHO reviewing report urging new guidance over airborne spread of coronavirus
In an open letter to the WHO, 239 scientists outlined evidence they say shows floating virus particles can infect people who breathe them in.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Jul 6, 2020
Hundreds of scientists say coronavirus is airborne, report says
Hundreds of scientists say there is evidence that novel coronavirus in smaller particles in the air can infect people and are calling for the World Health Organization to revise recommendations.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Science & Health / Longform
Jul 4, 2020
The history behind Japan’s love of face masks
In Japan, it's sometimes said that the eyes speak as much as the mouth.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 3, 2020
How Moderna execs are cashing in during the race to develop COVID-19 vaccine
Biotech firm Moderna Inc. could reap tens of billions of dollars in sales and stock appreciation if it wins the race for a COVID-19 vaccine. If it loses, the early-stage company’s value could crash.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Science & Health
Jul 2, 2020
How China's CanSino Biologics jumped to the front of the coronavirus vaccine race
The firm has boosted its scientific prowess by tying up with the Canadian government's largest research organization, maintaining links despite geopolitical rows.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Science & Health
Jul 1, 2020
Eisai to start clinical trial of experimental drug for COVID-19
Japanese pharmaceutical firm Eisai Co. is set to start clinical trials in the United States of its experimental drug eritoran in the battle against coronavirus, with results potentially available by the year-end, the company said Wednesday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 1, 2020
Japan extends ¥50 billion loan to Philippines to fight COVID-19 outbreak
Japan and the Philippines signed Wednesday a ¥50 billion ($465 million) loan agreement to help fund the Southeast Asian nation's coronavirus response.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 1, 2020
Fujifilm ties up with Indian firm on potential COVID-19 drug Avigan
The drug has yet to be approved by the Japanese government for coronavirus treatment, with clinical testing delayed due to insufficient enrollment.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Jul 1, 2020
Peeling back the hospital curtain: One Japanese hospital's fight against COVID-19
As the country emerges from a state of emergency, hospitals like one in Yokohama face the prospect of operating in the shadow of a virus with no treatment or cure.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 1, 2020
Top doctor says U.S. risks 100,000 daily cases in dire virus warning
The U.S. is "going in the wrong direction” in its effort to contain the novel coronavirus and daily case counts could more than double if behaviors don’t change, infectious disease expert Anthony Fauci said Tuesday.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Science & Health
Jun 30, 2020
AnGes begins Japan's first COVID-19 vaccine clinical test on humans
The test at Osaka City University Hospital will run through July 31 next year, Anges said.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Jun 30, 2020
Britain locks down city of Leicester after coronavirus spike
Britain has imposed a stringent lockdown on the English city of Leicester following a local flare-up of the novel coronavirus just as Prime Minister Boris Johnson attempts to nudge the United Kingdom back to normality.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Science & Health
Jun 30, 2020
Virus hot spot in Australia faces isolation from rest of country
Victoria, Australia’s second-most populous state, faces isolation from much of the country due to a spike in coronavirus cases that’s jeopardizing the economic recovery.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Society
Jun 30, 2020
Nepal families face hunger and skip meals as pandemic hits remittances
'I skipped several evening meals to save whatever little food I had for my daughter,' said Nepali housewife Shiba Kala Limbu.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 30, 2020
Mobile container hotels help authorities and medics tackle coronavirus
Company representatives said the units are useful in ensuring that people avoid being in confined and crowded spaces and in close contact.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 29, 2020
CanSino's COVID-19 vaccine candidate approved for military use in China
China's military has received the green light to use a COVID-19 vaccine candidate developed by its research unit and CanSino Biologics after clinical trials proved it was safe and showed some efficacy, the company said on Monday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 29, 2020
Tokyo reports 58 coronavirus cases, as number tops 50 for fourth-straight day
Most of the recent cases in the capital have skewed young and none have developed serious conditions, with many being asymptomatic.
Trump says Taiwan should pay for defense, sending TSMC stock down
Shares in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., the world's largest contract chipmaker and a major Apple and Nvidia supplier, closed 2.4% lower on Wednesday.
'Super spicy' potato chips land Japan students in hospital
High school students were taken to hospital in Tokyo on Tuesday after eating "super spicy" potato chips.
Japan finds a 'stealth' cure for zombie businesses: Let them fail
A worker at Sakai Seisakusyo prepares to transport metal rods at its factory in Kakamigahara, Gifu Prefecture, on July 8.
Japan keeps up yen warnings as two-day intervention suspected
An electronic screen displays a graph showing yen exchange rates surging against the U.S. dollar amid an alert to the possibility of intervention in Tokyo on Friday.
Hyogo governor stands firm on not resigning despite official's death
Hyogo Gov. Motohiko Saito speaks to reporters on Tuesday.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
After Trump shooting, U.S. presidential race might take a violent turn
United States Secret Service Counter Snipers stand guard on a rooftop during a campaign rally for U.S. President Donald Trump in Avoca, Pennsylvania, in 2020.
No AC this summer? No problem (for me).
Think air conditioning is a requirement for a Tokyo summer? Think again.
She’s paying ¥1 million to help behind the scenes at the Paris Olympics
Mai Tarumi, who previously volunteered at the postponed Tokyo Olympics in 2021, has a travel budget of ¥1 million for her trip to volunteer at the Paris Games.

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Longform

Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
By Tomoko Otake

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