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Two fatalities from mochi choking highlight New Year risks in Japan

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Two fatalities from mochi choking highlight New Year risks in Japan

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  • Two men in Japan lost their lives after choking on mochi, a traditional rice cake served during New Year celebrations.
  • During the first three days of January, nine individuals were hospitalized due to choking incidents related to mochi.
  • The elderly victims, aged in their 70s and 80s, faced life-threatening situations that resulted in their deaths.
  • Authorities stress annual safety measures, including cutting mochi into smaller pieces and consuming it around others.
  • Historically, mochi has caused choking hazards, with a significant number of cases occurring among people over 65.

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