China's Respiratory Illness Outbreak Sparks Global Concern

Chinese health officials are criticizing western media for disregarding common sense and facts regarding the recent spike in respiratory illnesses in the country. They deny rumors of COVID-19 mutations or immune deficiency, stating that the pathogens are different. Experts explain that positive tests for multiple pathogens could be due to more powerful testing kits. They defend China's actions, including sharing virus gene sequences and reporting relevant information. Some experts attribute the hysteria towards China to a decline in Western governance capabilities. The public is advised to monitor respiratory cases as influenza can lead to pneumonia and breathing difficulties.