Notice Regarding Changes to Mask-Wearing Policy at Our Hospital

Effective Friday, May 23, 2025, our hospital has revised its mask-wearing policy as outlined below. We kindly ask for your understanding and cooperation with these updated guidelines when visiting our facility. Please note that the policy is subject to further changes depending on future infection trends.

【For Outpatient Visits, Examinations, and Accompanying Persons】
If you have any symptoms such as fever, sore throat, cough, nasal discharge, or fatigue, please wear a mask when visiting the hospital.
For those without such symptoms, mask-wearing is at your discretion.
If instructed individually by a doctor or nurse, please follow their guidance and wear a mask as requested.

【For Medical Check-up (Ningen Dock) Participants】
In the medical check-up area, mask-wearing is at your discretion.
However, if you are feeling unwell, we kindly ask that you refrain from undergoing the check-up.

【For Hospitalized Patients】
Wearing a mask is optional only inside your patient room.
However, you are required to wear a mask when receiving medical care or nursing assistance, and whenever you leave your room.
Please bring masks with you when you are admitted.
Depending on your condition, you may be required to wear a mask at all times. In such cases, please follow the instructions of your attending physician or nurse.

【For Visitors and Guests】
Masks are required when entering the inpatient area.Please bring your own mask when visiting.
If you are only visiting the outpatient area, mask-wearing is at your discretion.

【For Inquiries Regarding This Notice】
NTT East Japan Kanto Hospital
Phone:(03)3448-6111