Analysis of (COVID)-19 Epidemic Transmission Risks and Policy Handling in Chinese Campuses

Abstract

Objectives: COVID-19 viruses have spread to varying degrees on campuses in China. However, compared with some countries, there are many differences in the early warning mode, damage situation, and response measures of Chinese campuses. In this study, we aimed to analyze how Chinese schools implement strict measures on campuses, and discuss whether these measures have played a role in keeping the campus infection rate consistently lower than the social infection rate. Methods: We adopted a comprehensive research method, including data analysis and narrative research. Results: From 2020 to until the autumn of 2022, relying on the medical support provided by the Chinese government and the huge administrative pressure, on Chinese campus there was a lower number of outbreaks than outside the campus. However, given the virus mutation, the breakthrough of vaccines, and the limitations of nucleic acid detection, it was difficult for Chinese schools to avoid the penetration of the virus. Conclusions: The campus was weak in the face of the epidemic. However, the campus must balance the functions of education and health protection. It was necessary to reevaluate the harmfulness of the virus and dynamically adjust the campus's prevention and control measures.