The Japanese Prime Minister, Ishiba, recently sought medical attention due to pain in his foot. Ishiba's visit to the doctor was reported on national news, presenting concern over the prime minister's health among the populace. No official statement has been made about whether this will affect his duties.

In Japan, the health of prominent political figures, like the Prime Minister, receives significant attention due to the potential implications for public policy and governance. The Prime Minister's health could impact their ability to efficiently perform their duties, altering the pace or direction of political matters. Moreover, as Japan's society highly values honor and respectability, any health issue of a public figure can easily become a topic of national discussion.

Similar to Japan, in the U.S. and EU, the health of top officials is closely monitored and widely reported. An official's health problem may offer grounds for speculation and concern over his ability to perform his duties, certain policy agendas, or even potential successors.