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Osaka Hospitals and Health InformationOsaka Emergency ContactsAmbulance: 119 Osaka Hospitals Osaka Medical Centre and Research Insitute Hoshigaoka Koseinenkin Hospital Japan Red Cross Hospital (Nihon Sekijyuji Byoin) Kosei Nenkin Hospital National Cardiovascular Center (Kokuritsu Junkankibyo Senta) Osaka Central Hospital (Osaka Chuo Byoin) Osaka University Hospital (Handai Byoin) Sogo Kano Hospital Sumitomo Hospital Yodogawa Christian Hospital Osaka Doctors ITOH, Masahisa M.D. (General Practitioner) KITANO, Hideki M.D. (Internist, Neurologist) MIYAMOTO, Junichi M.D. (General Practitioner) MIYAMOTO, Takako M.D. (General Practitioner) TAKASHINA, Tsunekazu M.D. (Cardiologist) Osaka Dentists Ikehata Dental Clinic Kawamura Dental Clinic Umeda Office Noguchi Dental Clinic Osaka Periodontist HATAKEYAMA, Yoshiyuki D.D.S., M.Sc.D. Useful Medical Links for KansaiAll Japan Medical Facility Network University Hospital Medical Information Network Links for Prefectural Emergency Medical Information System Hospitals and Clinics Web Site Recommended VaccinationsSee your doctor at least 4-6 weeks before your trip to allow time for shots to take effect (as Appropriate for Age) Hepatitis B - Hepatitis B, if you might be exposed to blood (for example, health-care workers), have sexual contact with the local population, stay longer than 6 months, or be exposed through medical treatment. Japanese Encephalitis - Japanese encephalitis, only if you plan to visit rural areas for 4 weeks or more, except under special circumstances, such as a known outbreak of Japanese encephalitis. Rabies - Rabies, if you might be exposed to wild or domestic animals through your work or recreation. Hepatitis A - Hepatitis A or immune globulin (IG), except travelers to Japan. Booster Shots - As needed, booster doses for tetanus-diphtheria and measles, and a one-time dose of polio for adults. Hepatitis B vaccine is now recommended for all infants and for children ages 11-12 years who did not receive the series as infants. Typhoid - Typhoid, particularly if you are visiting developing countries in this region. State Safety Tips- Typhoid, particularly if you are visiting developing countries in this region. Osaka Safety InformationTravelers' Diarrhea - Travelers' Diarrhea, the number one illness in travelers, can be caused by viruses, bacteria, or parasites, which can contaminate food or water. Infections may cause diarrhea and vomiting (E. coli, Salmonella, cholera, and parasites), fever (typhoid fever and toxoplasmosis), or liver damage (hepatitis). Make sure your food and drinking water are safe. Malaria - Malaria is a preventable infection that can be fatal if left untreated. Prevent infection by taking prescription antimalarial drugs and protecting yourself against mosquito bites. Malaria risk in this region exists only in some rural areas of China. For specific locations, see Malaria Information for Travelers to East Asia. Most travelers to East Asia at risk for malaria should take chloroquine to prevent malaria. Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate - A certificate of yellow fever vaccination may be required to enter certain of these countries if you are coming from tropical South America or sub-Saharan Africa. (There is no risk for yellow fever in East Asia.) For detailed information, see Comprehensive Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirements[on the CDC website]. Insect Carried Diseases - Filariasis, Japanese encephalitis, leishmaniasis, and plague are diseases carried by insects that also occur in this region. Protecting yourself against insect bites will help to prevent these diseases. Altitude Concerns - If you visit the Himalayan Mountains, ascend gradually to allow time for your body to adjust to the high altitude, which can cause insomnia, headaches, nausea, and altitude sickness. In addition, use sunblock rated at least SPF 15, because the risk of sunburn is greater at high altitudes.
IMPORTANT: The information contained above is intended for general reference purposes only and is neither a complete medical guide for travelers to this region nor a substitute for professional medical advice or a medical exam. In addition, conditions change over time and the recommendations for various countries at the time you travel may differ from the information contained above. Recommendations may also differ for pregnant women, young children, and persons who have chronic medical conditions. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health professional. |