Samson Ellis,
Samson Ellis is the Taipei Bureau Chief for Bloomberg Daybreak Asia. He focuses on providing daily business briefings and in-depth analysis of U.S.-China relations. His work has been featured on various Bloomberg platforms, including radio and podcasts. In his most recent appearance, he discussed the implications of U.S lawmakers visiting Taiwan after Speaker Nancy Pelosi's trip to the region. Ellis' reporting covers economic and political developments in Asia with a focus on their impact on global markets.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.
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- As of June 2, Japan recorded 977 cases of streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS) in 2023
- Experts fear the number of STSS cases in Japan could reach 2,500 this year.
- ]Japan is dealing with over 1,000 reported cases of streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS) as of early June.[
- There is a disease called streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS) caused by flesh-eating bacteria that can kill people within 48 hours.
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Recent Articles
Japan's Surge in 'Flesh-Eating Bacteria' Cases: Over 1,000 Reported as of Mid-June 2024
Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024Over 1,000 cases of Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS), a rare and potentially deadly bacterial infection, have been reported in Japan as of mid-June 2024, surpassing the previous year's total. The Group A Streptococcus bacteria cause this severe infection, leading to symptoms like fever and organ failure within 24 to 48 hours. Practicing good hygiene and seeking medical attention for any signs of infection can prevent the progression to STSS. Diagnosis involves blood tests, and treatment includes antibiotics, fluid stabilization, and potentially surgery.