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Chinese health authorities have warned of a potential resurgence of COVID-19 driven by the JN.1 subvariant, which is on the rise due to factors like imported cases, lower influenza rates, and declining population immunity. Despite low current COVID-19 burden, hospitals are preparing for a potential surge, and high-risk groups are advised to prioritize annual influenza vaccination and maintain healthy habits.
China has issued guidelines to all provinces to build a basic elderly care system by 2025, including material assistance, nursing and care-giving, and visiting and caring services for elderly living alone and for families with financial difficulties. The move is aimed at preventing a demographic crisis as China's aging population continues to grow. The guidelines require all provinces to implement a list of basic elderly care services, based on factors such as economic and social development level and financial situation.