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New Toshima Health Center Opens

Toshima Ward has officially opened its new health center on May 7, 2023, after relocating the Ikebukuro Health Center to a new redevelopment facility, Mirazo Ikebukuro North Tower, in the Minami-Ikebukuro neighborhood. The center, now named "Toshima Ward Health Center", aims to be a pivotal point for public health, focusing on enhancing the lives and health of its residents.

Objectives and Functions of the New Health Center

The newly established health center emphasizes new initiatives such as "Enjoyable Health Promotion", effective information dissemination, and targeted action for young women. By enhancing specialized services and expanding support for health promotion, the center is poised to better protect the lives and health of the community.

On the second floor, the health center features a comprehensive consultation desk for residents, health examination receptions, various consultation rooms, and a holiday medical clinic, all designed to improve efficiency and convenience. The third floor houses various outlets for permits and permissions as well as a conference room that will function as a medical response headquarters in case of emergencies.

A new health promotion support center called "Watashi Maintenance Lab" was established on the second floor with the mission of helping residents gain insights into their health and encourage behavioral change towards prevention. This lab-like space includes a health measurement corner, health consultation area, and health information zone, where residents can perform self-checks on their health. Qualified health concierges, including registered dietitians and public health nurses, are available for health consultations. This initiative offers a space for residents to engage with their health and aims to support community wellness.

Furthermore, in collaboration with Nagoya University, an AI project named "Toshima Community Compass" is set to launch, providing personalized community circle recommendations, outing spots, and even comic suggestions based on individual health composition measurements and local activity information.

Comments from Mayor Miyuki Takagi

The opening of the Toshima Health Center was officially announced by Mayor Miyuki Takagi, who remarked, "We have designed the Toshima Ward Health Center to be a warm and welcoming space, making it more accessible to all residents as a cornerstone of health promotion. We have added new functionalities to offer diverse support, so we encourage everyone to utilize these resources for health tips."

Facility Details

• - Opening Date: May 7, 2023
• - Reception Hours: Weekdays 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• - Location: 1-1, Minami-Ikebukuro 2-chome, Toshima Ward
• - Access: Direct connection from Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line Higashi-Ikebukuro Station (4-minute walk)
• - Floor Area: Approximately 4,658 m²

What to Expect at Watashi Maintenance Lab

• - Operating Hours: Weekdays 9:15 AM – 4:30 PM (Last reception at 4:15 PM)
• - Space Configuration: Health measurement area, health consultation area, information dissemination area.
• - Activities: Residents can use health measurement devices for real-time self-checks. Health concierges qualified as public health nurses, midwives, and registered dietitians will provide consultations regarding health metrics and information.
• - Permanent Health Measurement Equipment: Body composition monitors, blood pressure monitors, bone health assessment devices, vegetable intake monitors, skin age analyzers, and grip strength testers.
• - Special Opening Offers: From May to July, a unique opportunity will be available to measure brain age and vascular age through interactive assessments known as "Easy Wellness". This fun approach allows residents to casually monitor their brain stress and vascular well-being.

This new Toshima Health Center represents a significant step forward in community health initiatives, blending advanced services with accessible support for a healthier, more informed population.