Japan, which tests only people with symptoms of the coronavirus, has so far recorded more than 8,000 infections with nearly 200 deaths. Reports in Japanese media citing an undisclosed health ministry projection said fatalities could reach the 400,000 mark without mitigation measures. The measures include a request that people isolate and businesses close, although there are no fines or penalties to force compliance. The US military extended a public health emergency to all of its bases in Japan. It gives commanders the authority to enforce compliance with health measures on anyone accessing US bases, including thousands of local residents who work as engineers and service personnel.

Source: bd News24 April 15, 2020 09:33 UTC