A respiratory virus has been surging in Northern China, primarily affecting children.
According to France 24, China’s National Health Commission reported a significant increase in respiratory illnesses in children on Nov. 13. Meanwhile, authorities note that the increase was related to the end of restrictions on COVID-19, the onset of the cold season and the circulation of known pathogens, including influenza, mycoplasma pneumonia, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and SARS-CoV-2.
Last week, the World Health Organization said it was looking over “undiagnosed pneumonia in children’s hospitals in Beijing, Liaoning, and other places in China.”
During a press conference on Sunday, the National Health Commission prompted local authorities to open more fever clinics, extend service hours, and increase supplies of medications.
“We also remind everyone to adhere to the hygienic habits of wearing masks, ventilating frequently, and washing hands frequently, and encourage key groups such as the elderly and the young to receive relevant vaccines actively,” Wang Huaqing, head of the CDC’s immunization program said, The Guardian reports.
“Those who can be vaccinated should try…
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