According to the Jiangsu Provincial Health Commission, between 00:00 and 24:00, April 19, no new confirmed cases of COVID-19 were reported in Jiangsu.

As of this update, a total of 22 imported cases have been reported in the province, of whom 12 patients have been discharged from hospital. No new confirmed local cases were reported in Jiangsu. All the previously confirmed 631 local cases in the province have been discharged from hospital.

On the 19th of April, no new asymptomatic cases were reported. As of this update, six asymptomatic cases are still under medical quarantine, four of whom were imported cases.

To date, 13,631 close contacts have been traced. Among them, 13,422 have been released from medical observation while 209 are still under observation.

From April 8, Wuhan, Hubei province has lifted outbound travel restrictions and resumed operation of railways, airports, waterways and highways in an orderly way after 76 days of lockdown to stem the spread of COVID-19. However, experts urge the public to continue to observe hygiene advisories as the epidemic is not yet over. Unnecessary gatherings and travel plans are still not recommended. Social distancing measures must be kept up. All Jiangsu-bound passengers must comply with the regulations for pandemic control, truthfully declare their travel history and health condition, and report to their employers and residential communities prior to the return journey. Those who visited or returned to Jiangsu from abroad should seek treatment at designated fever clinics if symptoms such as fever or cough occurs, and report their whereabouts during the past two weeks.

This April marks the 32nd National Health Month with the theme of working together to fight against the virus and maintain healthy hygiene habits. Experts urge the public to carry out cleanup programs and do a good job of waste sorting, in order to maintain cleanness at home, in workplaces and public areas. Recommended precautions include wearing a mask when going out, washing your hands frequently, covering your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze, and keeping your room well-ventilated. To foster a life concept and behavior that are compatible with social progress, it is advised to eat separately, use public chopsticks and avoid eating wild animals. It is also important to have a balanced diet, work out regularly, quit smoking, limit alcohol consumption and try to maintain a good mood. 

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