In the heart of Shijiazhuang City, north China's Hebei Province, vlogger Zhang Yanjia is turning his lens toward a story of resilience. His viral video chronicling his first day as a COVID-19 community volunteer offers an intimate look at grassroots efforts to combat the recent outbreak.
From dawn until late evening, Zhang assists medical teams with nucleic acid testing, delivers anti-epidemic supplies, and supports vulnerable residents. 'Every task feels urgent,' he says in the footage, wiping sweat from his brow. 'But when an elderly neighbor thanks me for delivering medicine, I know this work matters.'
Beyond logistics, volunteers like Zhang provide emotional support to neighbors during temporary lockdowns. Their efforts reflect a broader trend: Young Chinese have driven over 60% of pandemic volunteer sign-ups nationwide since 2022, according to civic engagement platforms.
'We're all stitching a safety net together,' Zhang tells viewers. His closing message? 'This outbreak won't define Shijiazhuang—our unity will.'
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Vlogger documents efforts to fight COVID-19 in Shijiazhuang City
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