On January 17th, it was confirmed that one inpatient at our hospital was infected with the new coronavirus. PCR tests were conducted on all inpatients in the ward, and by January 21st, two new inpatients had tested positive.
Under the guidance of the local public health center, new admissions to the ward have been suspended, and patients who have had close contact with the infected person are being closely monitored. In addition, staff who have had close contact with the infected person are being asked to stay at home in accordance with our hospital regulations. Furthermore, we are also properly disinfecting the hospital under the guidance of the local public health center.
Outpatient treatment and inpatient treatment in wards other than the affected wards will continue as usual at this time.

We apologize for any concern this may cause to our local community, but we will continue to make efforts to prevent the spread of infection, and we appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

January 21, 2022
Kitano Hospital

• Update on COVID-19 infection among hospitalized patients