Dear expats in Chongqing,

On the occasion of the 2020 Spring Festival, we would like to extend our best wishes to you! Happy New Year!

In response to the outbreak of pneumonia caused by the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV), the CPC Chongqing Municipal Committee and the Chongqing Municipal People’s Government have taken the situation very seriously and actively engaged in prevention and control efforts. On January 24, 2020, we activated a Level I public health emergency response. To date, our epidemic prevention efforts have been progressing efficiently as scheduled. We recommend the following practices to all international residents in Chongqing:

1. Increase prevention and self-protection, minimize outdoor activities, avoid crowded places, parties and group activities. Correctly wear a mask (preferably, a surgical mask) if you have to go and attend one. Dispose of used masks appropriately. Keep good hygiene, particularly keep hand and mouth clean. Avoid close contact with wild animals or birds. Meat and eggs must be thoroughly cooked before consumption.

2. Do not trust false and unverified information. The latest s on the epidemic in Chongqing are available on the official website of the Chongqing Municipal Health Commission (wsjkw.cq.gov.cn). You can also get the most recent s nationwide by following the information released by the National Health Commission of the People’s Republic of China. If you have any questions or suggestions, please leave a message on the official website: wsjkw.cq.gov.cn, or you can call the Foreign Service Inquiry Hotline at +86 139 8371 3238 (the Chongqing Municipal Health Commission). We will promptly respond to your concerns.

3. If you have been to the infected areas, or if you contacted people who are from the epidemic area, please pay close attention to your health conditions and timely report to your employer or local community. Please cooperate with community personnel or medical staff if they inquire about your condition.

4. Chongqing has designated the First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University (Address: No. 1 Youyi Road, Yuanjiagang, Yuzhong District, Chongqing;) and the Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University (Jiangnan Campus) (Address: No. 288 Tianwen Avenue, Jiangnan Xincheng, Zone B, Chayuan, Nan’an District, Chongqing;) for international residents. You can visit either hospital when necessary.

Hotline of the First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University: +86 189 9605 7408

Hotline of the Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University: +86 159 2266 6878

Facing the ferocious virus, only fighting together and supporting each other can help us secure an early victory in the battle against the epidemic. With that, we wish you good health and all the best!

Foreign Affairs Office

Chongqing Municipal People’s Government

January 27, 2020