The World Health Organization (WHO) on Wednesday, November 22, expressed concern over the rise of respiratory diseases in China and asked the population. “act” defense, in a press release on X (formerly Twitter).
“The WHO has made a formal request to China for detailed information on the rise in respiratory illnesses and pneumonia outbreaks among children.”cites a press release, the authenticity of which was confirmed to AFP by a spokesperson for the organization, advising the take; “Measures to reduce the risk of respiratory diseases”. These measures, which have already been implemented during the Covid-19 pandemic, include vaccination, staying away from sick people, staying at home if you have symptoms, testing and care when needed, and wearing a mask when needed, well-ventilated areas and hand washing. .
After Chinese authorities and Chinese media reported an increase in respiratory illnesses, including outbreaks of undiagnosed pneumonia among children in northern China, the WHO called on November 22. “Additional epidemiological and clinical information and laboratory findings on these outbreaks in children through the International Health Regulations Mechanism.”. The organization It also requested additional information on recent trends in the circulation of known pathogens, including influenza, SARS-CoV-2. (Virus that causes Covid-19)RSV affecting infants and Mycoplasma pneumoniae and the degree of overcrowding in the healthcare system.the press release details.
Guilt of lifting restrictions
WHO connects with doctors and scientists in China through its existing technical partnerships and networks. The UN organization noted that Chinese authorities attribute this rise in respiratory illnesses to the lifting of restrictions related to Covid-19 and the circulation of known pathogens. During a press briefing on November 13, they emphasized the need to improve disease control in health facilities and community settings, as well as the need to strengthen the health system’s capacity to care for patients, the WHO recalls.
The organization gave no indication of how it would respond to China’s request for information. The organization has repeatedly criticized Chinese authorities for a lack of transparency and cooperation during the Covid-19 pandemic, the first cases of which appeared in China in late 2019. This lack of cooperation was also condemned by the WTO and many other countries. In the investigation carried out to find out the origin of the epidemic, which has not yet reached a final conclusion.
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Source: Le Figaro
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