China has reportedly deleted data on Covid-19 mortality rates in response to a surge in deaths in a wealthy area following the government’s relaxation of strict lockdown rules. According to reports, the number of cremations in Zhejiang province increased by 73% in the first quarter of 2023 compared to the previous year. This rise is significant, with 171,000 deaths reported compared to 99,000 and 91,000 deaths in the same period in 2022 and 2021, respectively. The increase in deaths after the easing of restrictions raises concerns about China’s transparency in reporting Covid-19 data. It is believed that low immunity resulting from poor vaccination rates and limited previous infections due to stringent lockdowns contributed to the spike in cases at the beginning of 2023. However, the Chinese authorities have failed to release detailed and accurate numbers, leading to allegations of information suppression. China’s decision to delete the data on cremations prevents public access to crucial information that could aid researchers in assessing the spread of the virus. This lack of transparency further fuels the allegations that China is covering up its mishandling of the pandemic. Moreover, recent claims suggest that Covid-19 may have originated from the Wuhan Institute of Virology, adding another layer of controversy to the situation. Dr Richard Horton, editor-in-chief of The Lancet, stated that Beijing failed to inform international health bodies about the escalating threat of the virus. He also emphasized the need for stronger international regulation of labs working with dangerous microbes. In December, there were concerns that the mass infections within the Chinese population could lead to a global spread of the virus. Chinese officials estimated that up to 250 million people were infected in the first 20 days of December 2022, with a reported 18% of the population being affected due to low immunity resulting from poor vaccination rates and limited previous infections. Two United Nations reports investigating the origins of Covid-19 have linked China to the virus, with some experts suggesting a laboratory leak as the most likely cause. Overall, these developments underscore the need for transparency, accurate reporting, and international cooperation in addressing the ongoing pandemic.
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