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Japan's Most Common Cancer! Key Points for Early Detection of 'Colorectal Cancer' Featured on 4/5 (Sun) 'Health Capsule! Genki no Jikan'

The TV program 'Health Capsule! Genki no Jikan' will feature key points for the early detection of 'colorectal cancer,' Japan's most prevalent cancer. While common from the 40s onwards, it can affect younger individuals too. The broadcast will explain the importance of early discovery and treatment.

Source: prtimes.jp

Rare Nationwide "6 Functions Integrated" Community Co-existence Facility Opens

Social Welfare Corporation Koujukai (Azalee Group) is opening the multifunctional facility "Azalee Kids Lab" within "A-Cube" in Edogawa Ward, Tokyo, on April 1, 2026. This facility integrates six functions—elderly care, disability support, childcare, and after-school care—to foster a new model of community co-existence that transcends generations and disabilities.

Source: prtimes.jp

SBC Medical Group Holds 2026 Onboarding Ceremony

SBC Medical Group held its 2026 onboarding ceremony, welcoming 734 new employees. The continuously growing group aims to expand its talent base and improve the quality of medical services.

Source: prtimes.jp

SBC Medical Group Holds 2026 Onboarding Ceremony

SBC Medical Group held its 2026 onboarding ceremony, welcoming 734 new employees. The continuously growing group aims to expand its talent base and improve the quality of medical services.

Source: prtimes.jp

Effectiveness Demonstrated in Double-Blind RCT for Sudden Hearing Loss; Academic Verification of In-Body Explosion Risk from High-Concentration Hydrogen Inhalation

MiZ Co., Ltd. and Ehime University have demonstrated through two academic papers that low-concentration hydrogen inhalation is effective for sudden hearing loss and high-concentration hydrogen inhalation poses an in-body explosion risk. They advocate for a shift to safe, low-concentration hydrogen inhalation therapy.

Source: prtimes.jp

Effectiveness Demonstrated in Double-Blind RCT for Sudden Hearing Loss; Academic Verification of In-Body Explosion Risk from High-Concentration Hydrogen Inhalation

MiZ Co., Ltd. and Ehime University have demonstrated through two academic papers that low-concentration hydrogen inhalation is effective for sudden hearing loss and high-concentration hydrogen inhalation poses an in-body explosion risk. They advocate for a shift to safe, low-concentration hydrogen inhalation therapy.

Source: prtimes.jp

Kintetsu Group to Open New Senior Residence "(Tentative Name) Kintetsu Senior Residence Gakken Nara Tomigaoka" in Spring 2027 with 218 Units, Bringing Together the Group's Full Strength

Kintetsu Real Estate will open "(Tentative Name) Kintetsu Senior Residence Gakken Nara Tomigaoka" in Nara Prefecture in spring 2027, offering a new lifestyle for seniors with hotel-operated restaurant services, facial recognition systems, and on-site clinics.

Source: prtimes.jp

Kintetsu Group to Open New Senior Residence "(Tentative Name) Kintetsu Senior Residence Gakken Nara Tomigaoka" in Spring 2027 with 218 Units, Bringing Together the Group's Full Strength

Kintetsu Real Estate will open "(Tentative Name) Kintetsu Senior Residence Gakken Nara Tomigaoka" in Nara Prefecture in spring 2027, offering a new lifestyle for seniors with hotel-operated restaurant services, facial recognition systems, and on-site clinics.

Source: prtimes.jp

Children's Therapy Garden 'chouchou' Opens in Kofu City, Turning 'Cannot' into 'Can' - Child Development Support Center chouchou Kofu to Open in April 2026

One Life Co., Ltd. is opening 'chouchou,' a child development support center for preschool children with developmental disabilities, in Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture, in April 2026. The center, styled as a 'children's therapy garden,' aims to foster growth through early intervention, working closely with each child and their family.

Source: prtimes.jp

Children's Therapy Garden 'chouchou' Opens in Kofu City, Turning 'Cannot' into 'Can' - Child Development Support Center chouchou Kofu to Open in April 2026

One Life Co., Ltd. is opening 'chouchou,' a child development support center for preschool children with developmental disabilities, in Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture, in April 2026. The center, styled as a 'children's therapy garden,' aims to foster growth through early intervention, working closely with each child and their family.

Source: prtimes.jp

Veterinarian-founded Cat Healthcare Company "uniam" Launches Cat Longevity Research Project "uniam Longevity Lab," Commencing Activities with Future Pharmaceutical Development in Mind

uniam, a cat healthcare company founded by veterinarians, has launched the "uniam Longevity Lab" project to research cat longevity, with an eye on future pharmaceutical development. They have begun joint research with Miyagi University and Tohoku University Graduate School of Agricultural Science, focusing on gut environment analysis for food applications.

Source: prtimes.jp

Veterinarian-founded Cat Healthcare Company "uniam" Launches Cat Longevity Research Project "uniam Longevity Lab," Commencing Activities with Future Pharmaceutical Development in Mind

uniam, a cat healthcare company founded by veterinarians, has launched the "uniam Longevity Lab" project to research cat longevity, with an eye on future pharmaceutical development. They have begun joint research with Miyagi University and Tohoku University Graduate School of Agricultural Science, focusing on gut environment analysis for food applications.

Source: prtimes.jp

Hyperhidrosis Survey: 68.7% Experience Daily Life Impairment, While Botox Treatment Awareness is Only 40.8% — Reality of 'Sweat Concerns' Revealed in a Survey of 300 People

A survey of 300 individuals found that 68.7% of people suffering from excessive sweating in their hands, feet, and armpits experience daily life impairment, while awareness of effective Botox treatment remains low.

Source: prtimes.jp

Social Implementation of Digital Health Accelerated by "Corporate Accelerator" Model

BE Health, a Taiwanese accelerator specializing in medical tech, and H2U, a digital health company, have formed a strategic partnership to launch the "H2U x BE Corporate Accelerator." This initiative aims to accelerate the market entry of health tech startups by integrating their services into H2U's platform, supported by a funding round of over NT$100 million led by BE Health Ventures and co-invested by the National Development Fund.

Source: prtimes.jp

Notice of Corporate Entity Integration

On April 1, 2026, CareNet, Inc. will merge with its parent company, Curie1 Co., Ltd. The surviving company will be renamed 'CareNet, Inc.' While business operations remain unchanged, the Corporate Number and Invoice Registration Number will be updated, requiring attention from business partners.

Source: prtimes.jp

[April Dream] 'Mental Infrastructure' Spreads Nationwide. The Japanese Association of Certified Psychologists Envisions a Future Where Everyone Receives Appropriate Psychological Support When Needed

The Japanese Association of Certified Psychologists announces its dream of building a 'mental infrastructure' nationwide, ensuring everyone receives appropriate psychological support when needed, marking the 10th anniversary of the Certified Psychologist Act.

Source: prtimes.jp

[Event Report] 140th HGPI Seminar 'Importance of Early Detection to Reduce the Burden of COPD: Prospects for Respiratory Medicine Connecting Clinical Practice and Policy'

The Health and Global Policy Institute (HGPI) held its 140th seminar, discussing the importance of early detection of COPD, barriers to it, and policy recommendations for a future model.

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Leverage your strengths, rely on others for your weaknesses. If you can cherish yourself in this way, the world will surely expand. [Neyagawa Citizens' Mutual Aid Association, NPO]

Neyagawa Citizens' Mutual Aid Association announces its dream of continuing 50 years of community support and transforming society, challenging fixed roles for 'men,' 'women,' 'children,' 'elderly,' and 'disabled' people.

Source: prtimes.jp

LITALICO Works to Open First Toyota City Branch in April 2026, Supporting 'Personalized' Work Styles for People with Disabilities in Collaboration with Local Companies

LITALICO Works will open its first employment transition support service center in Toyota City on April 1, 2026. It will collaborate with local companies to support people with disabilities in finding 'personalized' work styles through individualized programs, workplace internships, and retention support.

Source: prtimes.jp