Regarding Osaka University’s Activity Levels from July 12, 2021

Quasi-emergency measures for Osaka Prefecture that were scheduled to be lifted on July 11 have been extended through August 22. As such, requests remain in place for universities to refrain from holding activities that have a high risk of spreading COVID-19.

Osaka University has decided to maintain its activity response levels after careful consideration of requests from Osaka Prefecture as well as the status of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The university asks for your cooperation and understanding as it continues its efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

In carrying out its activities, the university will comply with the " Osaka University Guidelines for Social Distancing in the COVID-19 Era " while providing proper arrangements for individuals with specific needs*.

*Pregnant women, those who are at high risk of becoming seriously ill, such as the elderly, those with an underlying condition (diabetes, heart failure, respiratory disease (COPD etc.)), those receiving dialysis, immunosuppressants, or anticancer drugs, or those who feel an overwhelming anxiety about COVID-19.

The university will continue to monitor the situation and modify its response levels accordingly.

Osaka University COVID-19 Response Levels (from July 12, 2021) [No changes from June 21 levels]