Health & Wellbeing

Nissi Chengdu – Counseling & Psychological Help for Expats

• It’s not always easy to access good mental health advice, when you’re living away from home – and in Chengdu many of us suffer with seasonal affective disorder (SAD), that comes with the changes of seasons, in Winter, but

Helpful Western Medicines in Chinese

• So you got sick in China but you’re not ready to try traditional Chinese medicine yet? That’s OK, we got you covered!• Here’s a useful list of the most common western medicines with Chinese translations that you can take

See 2024 More Clearly… with AIER Sichuan Eye Hospital

• As many as 3 in 5 people wear contacts, glasses, or require vision correction, but corrective measures are often expensive, and a little frightening. Thankfully we now have some amazing technology at hand, and together with some of the

Surviving the Winter Pollution in Chengdu

Here’s How to Survive Winter Pollution in Chengdu• Winter is well and truly on the way in Chengdu, and with this icy blast of weather, we’ve been blessed with another winter special; grey skies, and high AQI.• Chengdu generally experiences

International Healthcare You Can Trust in Chengdu

• Living in China and knowing where best to take your loved ones when they need medical care can be daunting. As we’re not always sure where best to seek help, in this article we introduce an international clinic that

European Ophthalmologist Specialist in Chengdu

• With 800+ medical institutions worldwide, the AIER Eye Hospital Group is one of the world’s leading ocular medical institutions. They have always been committed to providing an extremely high level of diagnosis, treatment and medical service for patients with

SMILE – Refractive Laser Eye Surgery in Chengdu

• If you’ve been thinking about saying goodbye to your glasses or correcting visual impairments, it is now safe and affordable, with some of the world’s leading specialists, on your doorstep. • Myopia has become a very common problem with

Where to Get a Trustworthy Haircut in Chengdu?

Partners Hair Salon: It’s your time to shineIt can sometimes be risky going to a new hairdresser, especially if you’re new in China. Cutting, coloring, and styling trends in China can be different to those we’re used to back home,

Barley Microneedle Hair Transplant in China

 Hair loss can be a difficult and emotional experience for many individuals. Are you tired of dealing with hair loss and baldness? Do you want to regain your confidence and get back the hair you deserve? but worried about the

New Health & Well-Being Center Opens in Chengdu

• It’s not always easy to take care of our wellness here in Southwest China – but 8 Pillars of Health is here to full that gap.• 8 Pillars is a brand-new health and well-being center situation right beside the ShenXianShu Subway

Clinics, Hospitals and Healthcare in Chengdu

Clinics, Hospitals and Healthcare for other diseasesClinicsGlobal Doctor Chengdu Clinic  环球医生成都国际医疗中心Global Doctor is a well-known brand in international medical service. Founded in 1999, Global Doctor is the medical supplier that brought the “General Practitioner” concept to China which has branches

Where to Get a 24-Hour COVID Test in Chengdu

• We all know there are lots of places to get a COVID test in Chengdu, and there are even more now testing kiosks have sprung up on many street corners: but we still get people asking us daily where to

Health Insurance for Foreigners: All-in-One Guide

• Health insurance is a sensitive topic for most of us as it is directly related to the peace of mind of the most important pillar in life – our health. Most foreigners in China are sold more comprehensive plans than

The People’s Biltong, by Tomahawk

Living abroad has its clear advantages. Its an exciting life full of opportunity, where you’re submerged in different cultures, meet new people and live new experiences every day.But there are some elements from home, let’s face it, that we find tough being

Chengdu Dental Clinics with English Services

Many dental clinics in Chengdu provide service in English. We make a selection of decent dental clinics for you.Global Doctor Dental Studio 环球医生Global Doctor Chengdu Dental Studio is based in the Global Doctor Chengdu Medical Center, upgraded equipment and treatment

Garbage Sorting Starting in Chengdu

Garbage is an unavoidable problem for any city, and an even bigger problem for the world. At present, the best way to manage it, is to sort it by type. We all have a part to play in creating efficient waste

Hair Salons and Barbershops in Chengdu

 Finding a worthy hairdresser or barber to entrust your locks into can be complicated even without a language and a culture barrier  We often resort to screenshots of the style we want or shots from a few angles of our last good

Vegetarian Restaurants in Chengdu

Chengdu is rich with Buddhist influences, so vegetarian dishes and restaurants should be available in abundance…But, if a stroll down the average hotpot riddled street leaves you wanting more diverse and exciting vegetarian options, then this list is for you.

Health Code Guidelines for China’s Major Cities

Whilst COVID-19 is not longer a BIG risk in China, you still often need a city’s specific health code if you plan to travel in China. Here’s the health code guide for you to go to these locations in China:If your

Neglecting your Health in Chengdu?

Many of us living in Chengdu’s international community don’t have our annual check-ups, or see a doctor for prostate examinations, or pap smears – that would be common place back home. The reasons for this are many; we don’t know where