Stories from China

A woman from Hong Kong, identified as a stage four liver cancer patient, visited Shenzhen Kangda Hospital with her two daughters and son for a medical consultation regarding her condition.

The broadcast discussed liver cancer, noting a higher incidence rate in men but an increased focus on women's liver cancer due to distinct characteristics in young female patients. Hepatitis screening is conducted in high-incidence areas, and patients with liver disease are advised to be tested for Helicobacter pylori and consult doctors regarding its clearance. Early detection involves screening in high-risk areas and diagnostic methods like gastroscopy, blood tests, and questionnaires, with gastroscopy being for diagnosis in China. Screening methods like gastroscopy, blood tests (in Japan and Korea), and questionnaires were discussed, with annual check-ups recommended for regular monitoring.

China is advancing an educational model that deeply integrates in-school training with industry demands, scientific research tasks, and engineering practices.

Zhengzhou Airport has initiated an unmanned cleaning demonstration project, deploying new autonomous cleaning vehicles.

Yunnan Province's forestry sector is facing demands for rapid stability and changes in management methods to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Developing forestry resources is identified as a long-term goal for Yunnan Province.

China's overall industry overcapacity risk is considered controllable, but differentiation among enterprises is expected to intensify.

A Chinese broadcaster called for the government to strengthen legislation regarding smoking and secondhand smoke.

A unit of the Shanxi Armed Police Corps conducted a training exercise featuring realistic scenarios and actual combat standards.

As of May 4, 2026, hotel accommodation expenses increased by 18%. As of May 4, 2026, China reported 86.204 million person-times for new consumer product consumption, driving 629.27 billion yuan in sales. The 139th China Import and Export Fair was held from April 15 to May 5, attracting 314,000 buyers from 220 countries and regions. The latest data shows consumer product sales driven by 86.2 million participants reached 629.27 billion yuan as of May 4, 2026. Hotel accommodation costs increased by 18%. China's hotel accommodation consumption increased by 18%. Consumer goods consumption in China saw an 18% increase in hotel accommodation spending.

Zhang Jianguo, Chief Scientist at the China Academy of Forestry Sciences, suggested accelerating the 'friction base' and formulating an urban tree renewal plan tailored to local conditions. The renovation process involves gradually replacing old, weak, sick, and disabled trees.