In a recent incident, a patient in Japan momentarily suffered cardiac and respiratory arrest due to an over-prescription of medication. The patient was reportedly given a dosage five times the prescribed quantity, resulting in short-term cessation of heart and lung functions. The incident raised concerns about the safety measures in place within the medical sphere.

Medical errors in Japan attract significant public attention, due to Japan's high societal value on health and longevity. There is a considerable concern about patient safety and healthcare quality. Such an occurrence is likely to elicit deep public concern and prompt calls for stringent investigation and remedial actions.

Just like in the US or EU, medical malpractice is taken seriously in Japan. In the US or EU, such incidents often lead to lawsuits, enhanced policies, and calls for more transparent reporting systems. However, possibly due to cultural differences, lawsuits are less frequent in Japan, with more emphasis placed on internal reviews, apologies, and the improvement of safety guidelines.