According to the officially released information from the Jiangsu Provincial Health Commission, between 00:00 and 24:00, February 21, no new confirmed cases of COVID-19 were reported in Jiangsu. A patient has developed from a severe condition to a critical one. 35 additional patients have been cured and were discharged from the hospital.

As of the 21st of February, 631 confirmed cases have been reported in Jiangsu accumulatively, of which 51 cases were confirmed in Changzhou. To date, a total of 36 patients in Changzhou diagnosed with COVID-19 have been cured and have been subsequently discharged from the hospital.

Experts urge the public to take necessary health precautions, including keeping hands clean and washing hands correctly before meals, after using the toilet and after contact with easily contaminated objects. Fruits and vegetables should be washed before eating. Avoid salads, as vegetables and meat should be cooked thoroughly. It is suggested to peel fruits before eating and use separate cutting boards and knives for cooked and uncooked food. Do not use unboiled tap water or water that has been sitting overnight.

For employers, regular sanitation should be maintained at the workplace. Timely cleaning and disinfection should be reinforced in restrooms. Group activities should be reduced to a minimum. Emphasis should be put on disinfecting tableware and utensils at canteens. Ensure air quality by opening windows more often. Cooked and uncooked dishes should be kept separate, and unused containers should be kept clean and dry. Employees are recommended to dine at staggered hours and keep ample space when queuing and dining.