WHO Reports Unusual Outbreak Patterns in China

• WHO reports no unusual outbreak patterns in China, citing unburdened healthcare system and no emergency declarations.

• China’s healthcare system is not overwhelmed, and WHO monitors respiratory illnesses globally, regionally, and country-wide.

• Data from December 29, 2024 shows an increase in acute respiratory infections and detection of seasonal influenza, rhinovirus, and HMPV.

• WHO notes the increase in respiratory pathogen detections is within the expected range for winter in the northern hemisphere.

• Influenza is a common respiratory pathogen in China, affecting people with acute respiratory infections.

• International interest in potential increase in respiratory virus transmission in China, particularly HMPV, has been raised.