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sars 05/01/2003 |
| The Beijing government has suspended all mass public gatherings of over 50 people in an effort to curb the spread of SARS. The authorities have also temporarily shut down karaoke houses, Internet bars, public libraries, theatres and cinemas until further notice. Stay tuned to this month's e-mail updates for the latest news. SARS Hotlines 1. The Ministry of Health has set up a Beijing Epidemic Control Center Hotline at 6421 2486 or 6421 7830. There is also a general information line that can be reached at 6879 2580. All of these lines accept inquiries in English. 2. Ditan Hospital has been quarantined and the Western Wing of the Beijing Medical Union College |