TOKYO -- A new surge of coronavirus cases in Japan is filling hospital beds at close to critical levels, putting pressure on government to take action to curb new infections and relieve strains on the health care system.
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Japan's coronavirus hospitalizations creep toward critical point
Record level of cases triggers warning of a 'third wave' and stress on medical system
Commuters in Tokyo: Over 20% of hospital beds dedicated to COVID-19 patients in the prefecture were occupied earlier in November. (Photo by Taro Yokosawa)
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