🏥Medical Guide for Foreigners travelling in Quanzhou

🏥Medical Guide for Foreigners travelling in Quanzhou

1. Common Winter Health Issues & Public Facilities

(Quanzhou’s winter is mild but damp, increasing respiratory risks)

Health Issue	Recommended Facility	Contact	Address	Avg. Wait	Cost (USD)
Respiratory Infections (cold, flu, bronchitis)	Quanzhou First Hospital	+86-595-2227-7650	250 Dongjie St., Licheng District	1–2 hrs	$15–40
Gastroenteritis (food/waterborne)	Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University	+86-595-2279-1001	34 North Zhongshan St., Licheng District	1.5 hrs	$20–50
Hypothermia (rare, but possible in rural areas)	Quanzhou Emergency Center	Dial 120	—	Immediate	$30–100
Joint Pain/Arthritis Flare-ups (damp climate)	Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University	+86-595-2279-1001	34 North Zhongshan St., Licheng District	1 hr	$10–30
Skin Infections (fungal, eczema)	Quanzhou First Hospital	+86-595-2227-7650	250 Dongjie St., Licheng District	45 mins	$10–25

Key Notes:

• All listed are public Grade 3A hospitals (China’s highest standard).

• Payment: Cash/Alipay only; international insurance rarely accepted.

• Translation: Few English speakers—use apps like Google Translate.

2. Emergency Protocols

🚑 Life-Threatening Situations

1. Dial 120 → Say "wàijí bìngrén" (外籍病人, "foreign patient") for ambulance.

2. Request transfer to:

   • Quanzhou First Hospital (best-equipped ER).

     
     

💊 Pharmacy Access

• 24-hour options:

  • Online Pharmacy like JD or Meituan

    
    

3. Pediatric Care Options (Public Hospitals Only)

Hospital	Specialty	Contact	Notes
Quanzhou Children’s Hospital	General Pediatrics, ER	+86-595-2213-0158	Limited English; bring a translator.

For complex cases: Transfer to Xiamen Children’s Hospital (1.5hrs by car).

4. Cost & Capability Comparison

Service	Quanzhou Public	Shanghai Public	Savings
Doctor Consultation	$8–15	$25–50	60%
X-ray	$20	$55	64%
Emergency Care	$15–30	$50–100	70%

Quality Notes:

• Quanzhou First Hospital: 6 national key specialties (cardiology, neurology). And with24/7 ER with frostbite treatment (rarely needed in Quanzhou).

5. Must-Save Contacts

• Quanzhou CDC Hotline: +86-595-2227-3996 (Mandarin only).

• Consulate Support:

  • Xiamen US Consulate (covers Quanzhou): +86-592-556-4471.

• Police Medical Assist: Dial 110 → Say "wàijí yīliáo" (外籍医疗).

6. Winter-Specific Tips

• Damp-Cold Ailments: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) clinics offer cupping/herbal remedies for joint pain.

Key Differences from Northern Cities:

• No extreme cold, but high humidity worsens respiratory issues.

• Fewer English speakers than Shanghai—pre-load hospital addresses in Chinese.

• TCM widely used for chronic pain; Western medicine dominates ERs.

Let me know if you'd like adjustments! Stay safe in Quanzhou. 🌧️🏥