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Beijing "Chaoyang strain" is stronger than "Haidian strain"? Zhong Nanshan: There is no factual basis
17:12, December 15, 2022 Author of Sina.com Beijing Daily
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On December 15, the National University Anti-epidemic Lecture Hall held a lecture at Sun Yat-sen University. Zhong Nanshan, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, focused on the achievements of the anti-epidemic over the past two years, the characteristics and pathogenicity of the Omicron epidemic, and how to do personal protection on campus. , bringing online lectures on the theme of "New Crown Epidemic Trends and Responses" to college teachers and students.
At present, there is a view among the population that the Omicron virus is "strong in the north and weak in the south", that is, the BF. .5.2 The mutant strain is more "powerful". In this regard, Zhong Nanshan said: " Overall, there is no significant difference between the two strains ." He added that the incubation period exhibited by the BF.7 mutant strain was further shortened, and patients became infectious the next day after infection. There are no obvious manifestations, and some people have symptoms such as sore throat, headache, and fever. "Recently the statement that the 'Chaoyang strain' is stronger than the 'Haidian strain' circulating in Beijing is also unfounded, and it is just a case that reflects the situation ."
Speaking of the "sequelae" of Omicron, Zhong Nanshan explained that after being infected with the new crown, patients will have clinical manifestations such as fever, cough, dyspnea, muscle soreness, sleep disturbance, smell and taste disturbance, and mood changes, some of which will last for more than 4 weeks. "In fact, these manifestations are not strictly 'sequelae', but only related symptoms of Omicron." He said that after continuous mutation, Omicron has changed from pneumonia to upper respiratory tract infection, and its pathogenicity is also weakening .
"Don't be afraid because of your own infection. The current infection is more like a cold. Most infected people don't need to go to the hospital. They can recover after 7 to 10 days of home treatment ." Zhong Nanshan sent a "reassurance pill" to the students: young people infected with the new crown The rate of severe cases is very low, and when there is no early warning in self-health monitoring after infection, medical resources should be given to key groups such as elderly patients . He reminded that it is necessary to strengthen personal protection, wear N95 masks, keep distance, and reduce gatherings.
Finally, Zhong Nanshan expressed hope: "I believe that at the beginning of next year, we will see a more open, sunny, optimistic, and vibrant society!"
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17:12, December 15, 2022 Author of Sina.com Beijing Daily
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On December 15, the National University Anti-epidemic Lecture Hall held a lecture at Sun Yat-sen University. Zhong Nanshan, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, focused on the achievements of the anti-epidemic over the past two years, the characteristics and pathogenicity of the Omicron epidemic, and how to do personal protection on campus. , bringing online lectures on the theme of "New Crown Epidemic Trends and Responses" to college teachers and students.
At present, there is a view among the population that the Omicron virus is "strong in the north and weak in the south", that is, the BF. .5.2 The mutant strain is more "powerful". In this regard, Zhong Nanshan said: " Overall, there is no significant difference between the two strains ." He added that the incubation period exhibited by the BF.7 mutant strain was further shortened, and patients became infectious the next day after infection. There are no obvious manifestations, and some people have symptoms such as sore throat, headache, and fever. "Recently the statement that the 'Chaoyang strain' is stronger than the 'Haidian strain' circulating in Beijing is also unfounded, and it is just a case that reflects the situation ."
Speaking of the "sequelae" of Omicron, Zhong Nanshan explained that after being infected with the new crown, patients will have clinical manifestations such as fever, cough, dyspnea, muscle soreness, sleep disturbance, smell and taste disturbance, and mood changes, some of which will last for more than 4 weeks. "In fact, these manifestations are not strictly 'sequelae', but only related symptoms of Omicron." He said that after continuous mutation, Omicron has changed from pneumonia to upper respiratory tract infection, and its pathogenicity is also weakening .
"Don't be afraid because of your own infection. The current infection is more like a cold. Most infected people don't need to go to the hospital. They can recover after 7 to 10 days of home treatment ." Zhong Nanshan sent a "reassurance pill" to the students: young people infected with the new crown The rate of severe cases is very low, and when there is no early warning in self-health monitoring after infection, medical resources should be given to key groups such as elderly patients . He reminded that it is necessary to strengthen personal protection, wear N95 masks, keep distance, and reduce gatherings.
Finally, Zhong Nanshan expressed hope: "I believe that at the beginning of next year, we will see a more open, sunny, optimistic, and vibrant society!"
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