From October 13 to 16, the Social Service Department of CCC&TSPM held its sixth workshop on church public health and safety in Ji'nan City, Shandong Province. The four-day training addressed various topics, including infectious disease prevention and control, first aid, mental health counseling, and guidance on scientific exercise.
On the morning of October 14, a lecturer from the Shandong Center for Disease Control and Prevention delivered a session titled "Infectious Disease Prevention and Control at Large-Scale Events." The lecture simplified complex concepts, examining the three key factors of infectious diseases: pathogens, hosts, and the environment, as well as transmission routes, including airborne, contact, and vector-borne pathways. Common infectious diseases such as influenza and norovirus that may arise at large gatherings were also discussed. The lecturer provided practical guidance for church worship services, noting that pre-event health screenings and improved ventilation can significantly reduce the risk of disease transmission.
That afternoon, the first-aid session was highly interactive. The instructor taught participants how to call 120, perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and operate an automated external defibrillator (AED), while also providing hands-on practice. Practical techniques included emergency response for strokes, airway obstruction, and treatment for burns and scalds.
On October 15, the psychology lecturer emphasized that "health encompasses not only physical well-being but also emotional stability, self-acceptance, and harmonious interpersonal relationships." Participants were taught the "4-4-8 breathing method" to relieve anxiety, and the lecturer illustrated early signs of depression using real-life cases, reminding attendees, "Do not try to manage psychological distress alone; seeking help promptly is a sign of courage."
The afternoon scientific exercise class addressed common discomforts experienced by older church staff in the back, legs, shoulders, and neck. The instructor introduced a four-step functional training program: relax tight muscles, activate core strength, enhance joint flexibility, and improve cardiopulmonary function. He noted that "75% of pain results from muscle imbalances, and just 10 minutes of daily stretching can alleviate neck and shoulder issues."
On the morning of October 16, participants held a group "Church Public Health Safety Workshop," discussing how to develop a church public health safety system to transform knowledge into actionable guidance.
