🏥Medical Guide for Foreigners travelling in Dalian

Dalian, a coastal city in Northeast China, features a temperate monsoon climate with distinct seasonal impacts:

• Seafood Dominance: 70% of local dishes contain raw/semi-raw seafood (e.g., sea urchin, abalone), increasing vibrio infection risks

• Climate Extremes:

  • Summer (Jun-Aug): High humidity (80%) + avg. 28°C → Heatstroke/fungal infections

  • Winter (Dec-Feb): Bitter winds (-5°C to 2°C) + indoor heating → Respiratory ailments

• Coastal Activities: Rocky beaches pose fall risks; jellyfish stings peak July-September

🏥Medical Guide for Foreigners travelling in Dalian

Common Health Issues & Response Protocols

Health Issue	Causes	Immediate Action	Recommended Public Hospital
Seafood Poisoning	Raw oysters/urchins	Hydrate + anti-diarrheals; seek care if bloody stool	Dalian Central Hospital
Jellyfish Stings	Coastal swimming	Rinse with vinegar (NOT fresh water); remove tentacles	Dalian Medical University First Affiliated Hospital
Heat Exhaustion	Summer sightseeing	Move to AC, use electrolyte drinks	Dalian Friendship Hospital ER
Slip/Fall Injuries	Rocky coastal paths	Immobilize limb; apply cold compress	Dalian Orthopedics Hospital
Respiratory Flare-ups	Dry heated indoor air	Use humidifier; seek nebulizer treatment if wheezing	Dalian Medical University First Affiliated Hospital

Public Hospital Directory (Prioritizing Grade 3A)

Hospital	Specialties	Address	Contact	ER Wait (Avg)
Dalian Central Hospital	Gastro, Infectious Diseases	826 West Xi'nan Rd, Shahekou Dist	+86-411-8441-2001	45 mins
Dalian Med Univ First Affiliated Hosp	Toxinology, Dermatology	222 Zhongshan Rd, Xigang District	+86-411-8363-5963	60 mins
Dalian Orthopedis Hospital	Slip Injuries	29 Hongji Street, Xigang District	+86-411-8363-1360	40 mins
Dalian Friendship Hospital	Heat Medicine International Service	8 Sanba Square, Zhongshan Distric	+86-411-8271-8828	75 mins

Pediatric Care Focus

Dalian Children's Hospital (大连市儿童医院)

• Address: 154 Zhongshan RD, Xigang District

• 24/7 Hotline: +86-411-6292-6888

• Key Services:

  • Seafood Allergy Unit: IV antihistamine therapy

  • Travel Vaccination Clinic: Japanese Encephalitis/HEV vaccines

  • Emergency Pediatrics: Sting/burn treatment

• Language Support:

  • Limited English staff; use translation cards for:"My child ate raw seafood" (孩子吃了生海鲜)"Jellyfish sting" (水母蜇伤)

Critical Protocols

🚨 For Severe Cases:

Coastal Rescue: Dial 12395 (Maritime Emergency) for beach incidents

🆘 Emergency Contacts:

• Ambulance: Dial 120 → Say "wàijí bìngrén" (外籍病人)

• US Consulate (Shenyang): +86-24-2322-1198 (covers Dalian)

• Poison Control: +86-431-897-6515 (Jilin Center, Mandarin only)

Cost & Prevention Guide

Service	Avg Cost (USD)	Prevention Tip
Seafood Poisoning Treatment	$80–$150	Avoid raw shellfish Sep-Nov (red tide risk)
Jellyfish Sting Kit	$12 at pharmacies	Wear "stinger suits" on beaches
Pediatric Consultation	$15–$30	Carry liquid antihistamine
ER Admission Fee	$25	Get travel insurance with $100k+ coverage

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