Weekly Epidemic Report (from December 11, 2023 to December 17, 2023)
From:Beijing Municipal Health Commission
Date:12/22/2023

During the 50th week of 2023, there were a total of 52,125 cases of 18 kinds of legal infectious diseases reported, and 8 cases died in Beijing. The top five diseases with a large number of cases are Influenza, COVID-19, Syphilis, Viral Hepatitis, and Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease.

At present, although the incidence of Influenza in Beijing is on the decline, it is still in the epidemic season of respiratory infectious diseases such as influenza. For the health of you and your family and friends, citizens should refer to the "Guidelines for Wearing of Masks of Public to Prevent Respiratory Infectious Diseases (2023 Edition)" issued by the National Center for Disease Control and Prevention to wear masks scientifically, observe cough etiquette, and wash your hands before and after using toilet, or before touching your eyes, mouth, and nose. It is necessary to pay attention to ventilation in daily life, maintain good living habits, and be proactive in getting vaccinated in time.