🏥Medical Guide for Foreigners travelling in Chongqing

🏥Medical Guide for Foreigners travelling in Chongqing

1. Common Health Issues & Recommended Facilities

(Based on Chongqing CDC 2023 data for international travelers)

Health Issue	Recommended Facility	Contact	Address	Avg. Wait	Cost (USD)
Food Poisoning	Raffles Medical Chongqing	+86-23-8600-6999	2 Huashanzhonglu, Yubei District	45 mins	$100-250
Heatstroke	Chongqing General Hospital (Int'l Dept)	Day: +86-23-63390666, Night: +86-23-63390111	Address.118 Xingguang Avenue Liangjiang New Area	1.5 hours	$30-60
Fractures/Sprains	Southwest Hospital	+86-23-6876-5109	29 Gaotanyan Rd, Shapingba	2 hours	$50-150
Insect Bites/Allergies	Chongqing Medical University Hospital	+86-23-6881-1360	1 Youyi Rd, Yuzhong	45 mins	$30-80
Gastrointestinal Issues	Chongqing Medical University Hospital	+86-23-6881-1360	1 Youyi Rd, Yuzhong District	1 hour	$40-100

Key Notes:

• Public hospitals: Look for "国际医疗部" (International Dept) for basic English assistance.

• Private clinics: Raffles Medical offers full English services and insurance billing.

2. Emergency Protocols

🚑 Life-Threatening Emergencies

• Call 120 → Say “English” → Request transfer to:

  • Chongqing General Hospital International Dept (Liangjiang New Area/Yuzhong District)

  • Raffles Medical Chongqing (24/7 urgent care)

💊 Pharmacy Access

• Foreigner-friendly options:

  • Raffles Pharmacy (inside Raffles Medical): +86-23-8686-8000

3. Chongqing-Specific Health Risks

Risk	Prevention Tips	Urgency Level
Mountain trail falls	Use anti-slip shoes; avoid rainy days	High
Spicy food GI upset	Start with mild hotpot broths	Medium
Summer heatstroke	Carry electrolyte sachets (sold at FamilyMart)	Critical (July-Aug)

4. Cost & Quality Assurance

Service	Public Hospital	Private Clinic
Doctor consultation	$10-30	$80-120
X-ray	$25	$100
IV drip	$15	$70

Quality Standards:

• Public hospitals: Grade 3A (China’s highest accreditation).

• Private clinics: Follow ISO 9001 standards (e.g., Raffles Medical).

5. Must-Save Contacts

• Chongqing CDC Hotline: +86-23-12320 (ask for English extension)

• US Consulate Chengdu (covers Chongqing): +86-28-8558-3992

• Police Assistance: Dial 110 → Say “yīngyǔ bāngzhù” (英语帮助)

6. Pro Tips

1. Use translation tools:

   • WeChat Mini-Program "Chongqing Health" for real-time ER wait times.

   • Google Translate app for medication instructions.

2. Avoid peak hours: Public hospitals are busiest 8-10 AM (opt for afternoons).