China Redefines How It Will Classify Deaths from Covid

The transcript discusses China's approach to COVID-19, highlighting changes in the definition of COVID deaths, which now require respiratory failure to be counted. This narrow definition contrasts with other countries and aims to portray fewer deaths. The shift away from COVID-0 focuses on economic growth, despite low vaccination rates among the elderly and ongoing factory outbreaks. The impact of these policies, including potential underreporting and workplace safety issues, is explored.

What are the potential consequences of allowing factory workers with mild COVID symptoms to return to work?

What is the estimated impact of COVID-19 on the elderly population in China?