Important Notice about the Swine (H1N1) Influenza for Students, Faculty, and Staff

The information released by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare on November 4, 2009 indicates that the number of reported cases of H1N1 is increasing. There have also been a small number of confirmed cases of H1N1 within the TUJ community.

At this point, the reported numbers and symptoms are similar to other flu seasons. But if necessary, TUJ will temporarily cancel classes or the entire institution may be closed for period of time. To date, school closures in Japan have commonly lasted about one week. If these measures are taken, we will insure that students are able to complete their academic work for the semester. If any emergency measures are taken, they will be announced on this website and by e-mail, so please monitor carefully all communications from the university.

We ask all students, faculty and staff to continue to take the, by now, well-known precautions. Practice good hygiene and cough etiquette. Wash your hands and use alcohol-based hand rubs after having been in public places, on public transportation, or coming into contact with contaminated objects and surfaces. Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue, or cough or sneeze into your upper sleeve. Gargle with a disinfectant mouth wash. Wear a mask. Follow the guidelines posted by the Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare (http://www.mhlw.go.jp/english/topics/influenza_a/general_info.html).

If you develop a fever or other flu-like symptoms, do not come to the university but see your doctor or go to the nearest clinic. Please telephone in advance to confirm consultation hours and procedures. If there is no clinic nearby, or if you choose to recuperate at home, consult a health center in your region.

If you are diagnosed as infected with Type-A influenza, it is likely that you are infected with the new H1N1 influenza. Please contact TUJ immediately (0120-86-1026). For faculty and staff, please contact your supervisor and human resources manager.