Many Australians fly over to China during the Lunar New Year in order to experience the celebrations and check out the sites.

This year comes with extra precautions given by the Chinese Government.

Chinese Government officials have expressed concerns over the risks of spreading the H1n1 virus during the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year celebrations.

Health Ministry representatives in China have called for the vaccination against the swine flu by vulnerable groups, including the elderly, pregnant women and children, as well as to limit movement during the Chinese Lunar New Year holiday which will happen next month.

Government authorities are demanding that pregnant women, children, obese individuals,  elderly people and patients suffering from chronic diseases to avoid public transit and transportation as the festive Spring holiday reaches its peak.

The statement was made on Wednesday on the Chinese Health the Ministry’s website.

The ministry also called for people to any of these vulnerable groups to obtain swine flu vaccinations and to stay away from crowded public places as well as to avoid individuals showing obvious signs of the flu.

Other general recommendations include washing your hands frequently, always carry face masks and obtaining an early consultation with a physician if flu symptoms occur such as coughs.

Tens of millions of people in the far eastern Asian country pack into public transportation every year at this time as they return to their home towns for annual family reunions.

This year, February 14 marks the day of the Lunar New Year.

The heaviest travel period in China is expected to be between January 30 and March 10.