According to the Jiangsu Provincial Health Commission, between 00:00 and 24:00, April 21, no new confirmed cases of COVID-19 were reported in Jiangsu.
As of this update, a total of 22 imported cases have been reported in the province, of whom 14 patients have been discharged from hospital, while eight patients are still receiving treatment in isolation. No new confirmed local cases were reported in Jiangsu. All the previously confirmed 631 local cases in the province have been discharged from hospital.
On the 21st of April, no new asymptomatic cases were reported, while one asymptomatic carrier was released from medical quarantine. As of this update, five asymptomatic cases are still under quarantine, three of whom were imported cases.
To date, 13,631 close contacts have been traced. Among them, 13,434 have been released from medical observation while 197 are still under observation.
Experts urge the public to continue to observe hygiene advisories as the epidemic is not yet over. All Jiangsu-bound passengers must comply with the regulations for pandemic control, truthfully declare their travel history and health condition, and report to their employers and residential communities prior to the return journey. Those who visited or returned to Jiangsu from abroad should seek treatment at designated fever clinics if symptoms such as fever or cough occurs, and report their whereabouts during the past two weeks.
Recommended precautions include wearing a mask when going out, washing your hands often, covering your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze, and keeping your room well-ventilated. It is also important to have a balanced diet, work out regularly, quit smoking, limit alcohol consumption and try to maintain a good mood. Unnecessary gatherings and travel plans are still not recommended. Social distancing measures must be kept up.
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