Shanghai Health Commission reported a total of 6 locally transmitted COVID-19 cases this morning, Monday, July 11. A further 63 local asymptomatic cases were also reported.
Of the 6 new local cases reported, 6 tested positive during central quarantine, while 0 tested positive during regular screening.
Of the 63 new local asymptomatic cases reported, 62 tested positive during central quarantine, while 1 tested positive during regular screening.
The 1 new asymptomatic case that tested positive during regular screening was in the following area:
1 in Xuhui District
Highly-contagious Omicron BA.5 strain detected in Shanghai...
Shanghai has detected its first Omicron BA.5 community infection, the COVID-19 strain described by leading Chinese epidemiologist Zhang Boli as "the most transmissible, with stronger immune evasion and reinfection abilities."
The highly-contagious coronavirus strain was detected in Pudong on Friday, according to the Shanghai Health Commission.
Gene sequencing shows the patient was infected with the Omicron sub-variant BA.5.2.1, which was tracked back to an imported case.
Post gaokao lockdown rumors denied...
We've all heard this rumor by now: Once the gaokao is over, Shanghai will enter another lockdown, with an announcement to be made tomorrow, Tuesday, July 12. Well, that rumor has been dismissed by the prevention and control office. Feeling reassured?
Mass screening...
That said, the prevention and control office did reveal that, from July 12-14, a number of areas with positive infection records will undergo mass screening.
14 more venues busted for reopening without approval...
Following the revelation that the latest outbreak was traced to a KTV that reopened without approval, Shanghai authorities have stepped up their crackdown, busting 14 more venues.
They reminded the public that businesses that open covertly without permission will be closed down, and those that run them may be subject to administrative punishments.
The following places are not allowed to open right now...
Karaoke bars, Internet cafes, mahjong and poker lounges, live-action role-playing game venues and other indoor recreation areas where large numbers of people congregate in enclosed spaces are not currently allowed to operate, as they create a significant risk of virus transmission, the Shanghai Administration of Culture and Tourism has announced.
Bars forced to close, restaurant rules getting even stricter...
A number of bars and clubs were ordered to shut over the weekend, while restaurants have been telling us of rules are being ramped up even further – maximum four people to a table, strict limited capacity, restrictive dining times, etc.
Feels like death by a thousand cuts for the F&B industry right now.
Cultural venues close...
Some cultural venues and tourist attractions in Shanghai have closed due to control and prevention requirements, including a number of museums and swimming pools.
No reopening time has been announced for them.
More and more (and more and more) buildings going into lockdown...
You're still free? Lucky you!
Shanghai wants you to get your booster shot...
With sporadic community infections reappearing in the city, authorities are encouraging people to get their COVID-19 booster shot. If you haven't had yours yet, here's how to sign up:
READ MORE: Foreigners in Shanghai Can Now Get Their COVID-19 Booster Shot
In other COVID news...
China’s travel code, used for checking the travel history of people in the country, now only checks the travel history of users over a seven-day period, as opposed to the previous 14-days:
READ MORE: Travel Code History Reduced from 14 to 7 Days
That restrictive star symbol will no longer appear on the Travel Code app:
READ MORE: No More Dreaded Star On China’s Travel Code App
China has further eased restrictions for overseas arrivals into the country, with 7-day centralized quarantine plus 3-day ‘health monitoring’ at home (the ‘7+3’ policy) the norm:
READ MORE: Only 7 Days Centralized Quarantine for ALL Overseas Arrivals
A negative PCR test result obtained within the last 72 hours is currently a must in Shanghai should you wish to take part in 'normal life' – click the link below to find out where to get one:
READ MORE: Here's How to Find Your Closest PCR Test Site
Meanwhile, those Shanghai residents who do not do a PCR test within seven days of their last test will see their health code turn yellow:
READ MORE: Health Codes Will Now Turn Yellow If No Test Within 7 Days
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