Chinese health authorities in the far-western region of Xinjiang took drastic measures after reporting a new local case of COVID-19, leading some to question their claims about the latest outbreak.
A 17-year-old female living in Shufu County, located in Kashgar Prefecture of Xinjiang, tested positive on Oct. 24, according to the local health commission. She hasn’t exhibited any symptoms of the disease, such as fever or cough.
