One Hundred Days of Coronavirus Disease 2019 Prevention and Control in China

The epidemic of novel coronavirus disease was first reported in China in late December 2019 and was brought under control after some 2 months in China. However, it has become a global pandemic, and the number of cases and deaths continues to increase outside of China. We describe the emergence of the pandemic, detail the first 100 days of China's response as a phase 1 containment strategy followed by phase 2 containment, and briefly highlight areas of focus for the future. Specific, simple, and pragmatic strategies used in China for risk assessment, prioritization, and deployment of resources are described. Details of implementation, at different risk levels, of the traditional public health interventions are shared. Involvement of society in mounting a whole country response and challenges experienced with logistics and supply chains are described. Finally, the methods China is employing to cautiously restart social life and economic activity are outlined.

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The article discusses the emergence of the novel coronavirus pandemic in China, detailing the country's response with two phases of containment strategy, key areas of focus, and future considerations. It also describes specific strategies used by China for risk assessment, resource prioritization, and public health interventions at different risk levels, as well as challenges faced in terms of societal involvement, logistics, and supply chains. Finally, the methods China is taking to cautiously restart social life and economic activity are outlined.