1. Epidemic overview
In July 2024 (from 0:00 on July 1 to 24:00 on July 31), a total of 17,475 cases of 23 notifiable infectious diseases and 22 deaths were reported in Beijing. The reported diseases are mainly Viral Hepatitis, Dysentery, Tuberculosis, Syphilis, COVID-19, Influenza, Other Infectious Diarrhea, and Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease, etc.
2. Health tips
At present, it is still the high temperature and main flood season in summer. With climate change and increased travel, the risk of intestinal, respiratory, insect-borne and other infectious diseases is still relatively high. Here are some recommendations for citizens. First, it is necessary to pay attention to personal hygiene, cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing, and maintain good personal hygiene habits such as frequent hand washing. You could rinse your skin with clean water in time after wading in the rain. Second, it is necessary to pay attention to the hygiene of food and water. Do not drink raw water. It is recommended to drink boiled water, qualified bottled water or barreled water. It is necessary to avoid eating raw food, half-cooked meat, or aquatic (sea) products. It is recommended to discard food and beverages soaked in rainwater directly, and the tableware contaminated by rain should be used after thorough cleaning and disinfection. Third, it is necessary to keep the environment clean and comfortable, and ventilate the closed room frequently. It is recommended to set the temperature within a reasonable range when using the air conditioner to avoid excessive indoor and outdoor temperature difference, which may cause physical discomfort. Fourth, it is necessary to avoid high temperature periods for outdoor activities, take necessary preventive measures against mosquito and tick, and sun protection measures, drink adequate water, and appropriately supplement with light salt (sugar) water or electrolyte-containing beverages. Fifth, it is suggested to monitor your own health. If you have symptoms such as fever, vomiting, diarrhea, and cough, you should get enough rest and seek medical treatment if necessary.