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May 28, 2009

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Mayor's Message

The prevalence of swine influenza in Kobe City appears to have eased at present.

Let us grow as a city after this influenza scare to ensure the safety and security of our daily lives is restored to normality.

The local economy of Kobe City, as well as the livelihood of its citizens was significantly affected as a result of swine influenza, not to mention the serious damage caused by rumors. I would like us to work together towards overcoming this state of affairs. Let us work together to show the world that Kobe is even more vivacious than before by bringing people together through events such as the Kobe Festival, by opening public facilities free of charge and other such initiatives.

As swine influenza is similar to that of seasonal influenza strains and can be dealt with in the usual manner as part of everyday life, there is no need to overreact. Accordingly, I would like to officially declare to the nation that Kobe is a safe place at least for the present and I cordially welcome anyone to visit our city.

As it has been recognized that measures for the prevention of swine influenza should mirror those taken during epidemic of seasonal influenza, life for the general populace should return to normal. However, as with seasonal influenza, pregnant women and those with chronic illnesses should take extra precautions with their health.

We plan to continue our vigilance with the early detection and treatment of those who are infected to prevent the spread of the H1N1 virus.

Furthermore, based of the lessons learned from this experience, we plan to create a Kobe model early detection and regional cooperation system. On top of this, we ask that all citizens make it a habit to practice basic hygiene as a basic preventative measure from infection and wash their hands and gargle regularly. We are also recommending that citizens have a stock of masks, hygiene products and foodstuffs.

To create an even safer, more secure, more cheerful and healthier KOBE, I hereby resolve to move forward confidently together with the citizens of the City.

Tatsuo Yada
Mayor of Kobe

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