National Disease Control and Prevention Administration: Current Risks of Vector-borne Infectious Diseases and Natural Focal Diseases Remain High

The National Disease Control and Prevention Administration today reported on the current situation regarding key infectious diseases and issued health reminders. Today marks the Autumn Equinox solar term. The lingering heat of the "Indian summer" is still present, and the temperature difference between day and night is gradually increasing. Influenced by factors such as population mobility, increased rainfall, active disease vectors, and the expanded activity range of host animals, and based on the epidemic patterns of infectious diseases and multi-channel surveillance results, the current risks of vector-borne infectious diseases and natural focal diseases remain high. The risk of cluster outbreaks of intestinal infectious diseases such as Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) and Norovirus infection is increasing, while other acute respiratory infectious diseases like influenza remain at low levels.

In just over a week, the National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holidays will begin, which is a peak period for travel. Here is a reminder to everyone: wash hands frequently, ensure ventilation, exercise regularly, maintain a regular schedule to strengthen your constitution, and eat healthily to prevent illness. Before traveling for the holidays, pay close attention to health information and alerts issued by relevant authorities, stay informed about the epidemic situation at your destination, take appropriate preventive measures in advance, and arrange your travel activities reasonably. During your journey, pay attention to food and water hygiene; avoid eating raw seafood, and do not contact or cook dead poultry or animals. Take measures to prevent mosquito bites. After returning home, monitor your health closely. If symptoms such as fever, cough, vomiting, or rash appear, try to avoid group activities, seek medical attention promptly, and proactively inform the doctor about your travel history and dietary details. While caring for sick family members, ensure thorough cleaning and disinfection of the home environment and protect your own health.