Guangxi reports first COVID-19 case in Beiliu City; CDC issues guidelines for in-person learning.
**Guangxi reports first COVID-19 case in Beiliu City**.
On Thursday, July 15, 2021, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region reported its first confirmed case of COVID-19 in Beiliu City. The patient is a 26-year-old female who had traveled to Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, and Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, before returning to Beiliu City. She is currently in stable condition and is receiving treatment in isolation..
Authorities in Beiliu City have taken immediate steps to contain the spread of the virus. They have placed the patient’s close contacts under quarantine and are conducting disinfection work in the areas where the patient had visited..
**CDC issues guidelines for in-person learning**.
On Friday, July 16, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued new guidelines for safely reopening schools for in-person learning in the fall. The guidelines include recommendations for mask-wearing, physical distancing, hand hygiene, ventilation, and cleaning and disinfection..
The CDC recommends that all students, staff, and visitors to schools wear masks indoors, regardless of their vaccination status. Schools should also maintain physical distancing of at least 3 feet between students in classrooms and other indoor settings..
The CDC also recommends that schools improve ventilation by opening windows and doors, using fans, and using air purifiers. Schools should also clean and disinfect surfaces frequently, especially high-touch surfaces such as doorknobs, countertops, and tables..
The CDC’s guidelines are based on the latest scientific evidence and are designed to help schools create a safe and healthy learning environment for students and staff..
**Other COVID-19 updates**.
* The global death toll from COVID-19 has surpassed 4 million..
* The United States has administered over 330 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines..
* The European Union has approved the use of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine for people aged 18 and older..
* The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that the COVID-19 pandemic is not over and that new variants of the virus are emerging..
**Stay safe and healthy!**.
The COVID-19 pandemic is a serious threat to public health. It is important to take steps to protect yourself and others from the virus. These steps include:.
* Getting vaccinated against COVID-19.
* Wearing a mask in public places.
* Maintaining physical distancing.
* Washing your hands frequently.
* Staying home if you are sick.
By following these steps, we can help to stop the spread of the virus and protect ourselves and our loved ones..
