According to the reports, as of Friday (28 November), influenza activity is continuing to rise across the country and has reached moderate levels in most provinces. Hospitals in several regions across China have expanded medical services as influenza enters its peak season. Major facilities, including Beijing Children’s Hospital and hospitals in Xi’an, have extended outpatient hours, increased respiratory testing capacity, and opened additional service channels to handle rising patient volumes. The details are as follows:

• Influenza A (H3N2) is currently the dominant circulating strain, according to the latest China Chinese Center for Disease Control (CDC) influenza surveillance report.
• The number of influenza cluster outbreaks in childcare centers and schools has sharply increased, with the 05-14 age group recording the highest detection rates.
• Beijing hospitals report increased visits for influenza-like symptoms, though overall respiratory infection numbers remain similar to last year.
• Xi’an medical facilities have set up segregated treatment areas, real-time patient-flow monitoring, and online consultation services to reduce waiting times and cross-infection risks.
• Anhui and Henan provincial health authorities have issued influenza alerts, reporting high flu activity levels consistent with national trends.
• Sales of flu medications such as oseltamivir have risen by over 200 percent, though pharmacies report stable supply.