An Introduction to the Prevention and Control of Vector-Transmitted Diseases
2014-07-15
Since 2005, the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention has been monitoring major vector species on a countrywide basis, with the monitoring network covering 43 prefecture-level cities in 19 provinces (municipalities).
Second-child policy having limited effect
2014-07-11
Qualified couples have been reluctant to take advantage of looser restrictions on China's one-child policy, with experts expecting the number of second babies to increase in the next two years.
2014 food safety guideline issues
2014-06-25
Authorities will launch nationwide inspections on edible agricultural products, infant formula, livestock and poultry slaughtering, meat products and cooking oil in order to clean up production processes and crack down on illegal operations.
The progress of the New Rural Cooperative Medical Scheme (NRCMS) in 2013 and major tasks in 2014
2014-06-19
In 2013, the New Rural Cooperative Medical Scheme ran smoothly. Management and the overall system was improved, covering a large rural population that enjoyed more benefits, especially with a higher level of medical insurance for serious illnesses.
Summary of China’s Migrant Population Report for 2013
2014-06-19
Large-scale population mobility is a major aspect of China’s industrialization and urbanization.
China’s National Program for Food and Nutrition (2014-2020)
2014-06-19
China’s economic and social development is at a crucial stage. With urban and rural residents’ incomes continuing to rise, people’s needs for food is rapidly shifting from simply securing enough food to eating healthier.
China to improve population forecasting
2014-06-19
China is set to introduce a population projection to better guide government decision-making.
China sets up organ procurement organization alliance
2014-06-18
China has set up an organ procurement organization alliance to help smooth the process of organ donations, distribution and transplants, a senior health official said.
Link: / World Health Organization / United Nations Population Fund / UNICEF in China
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