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Where to go for Health Care in Shenzhen, updated

Where to go for Health Care in Shenzhen, updated

SHENZHEN HOSPITALS (Chinese Hospitals and clinics normally don’t schedule appointments, and close for lunch: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM(emergency rooms the exception)) FUTIAN & LOHU districts: Beijing University Hospital 深圳北大医院 (Emergencies or out patient care) ADDRESS:  福田区莲花路1166 号 ER: (755) 8392-3333 ext 8100 or 8390-9933 VIP Out-Patient Clinic (6th Floor) (755) 8392-3333 ext. 8600 VIP [...]

Aug 17 2010, 9:34 pm | Posted in Health | Read More »

Cricket in Shenzhen?!

cricket in shenzhen

A little known secret in Shenzhen: Hidden on the outskirts of Nanshan, just past Zhang Shan park, is the village school of Tong Le. This is where the first generation of China’s Test Cricketers train.  They board in the middle and high school, practicing every day; these 14 to 20 year old boys & girls are hand picked from [...]

Mar 19 2010, 4:34 pm | Posted in Cricket | Read More »

Where To Go for Healthcare in Shenzhen

Healthcare in Shenzhen

Shenzhen Hospitals: (Hospital Outpatient Facilities Close for Lunch 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM) FUTIAN & LOHU district: SZ Beijing University Hospital 深圳北大医院 (Life-threatening Emergencies) ADDRESS:  福田区莲花路1166 号 ER: (755) 8392-3333 ext 8100 or 8390-9933 VIP Out-Patient Clinic (10th Floor) (755) 8392-3333 ext. 8600 Hours: 09:00-17:30 RMB 100 for VIP Consultations RMB 8 for regular Consultations [...]

Mar 19 2010, 3:31 pm | Posted in Health,Uncategorized | Read More »

Shenzhen Poetry Association

Shenzhen Poetry Association

For those interested in exploring China and the world through verse, there is a poetry society in Shenzhen who try to hold regular readings, recitings & meetings.  Poet & President Thomas Deng is a published poet and supporter of the arts, especially poetry in both English & Chinese. Contact him at blessed.deng@gmail.com or thomas_deng@msn.com Tel: [...]

Feb 23 2010, 4:20 pm | Posted in Poetry | Read More »

Are You Fit to Sit?

are you fit to sit

Our bodies were designed to move and change positions but unfortunately current lifestyles tend to lead to excess inactivity! Whether in the office, on long haul flights, studying, sewing, playing musical instruments, computer games or simply searching the web, it is easy to get tense if you are sitting in the same position for a [...]

Feb 22 2010, 9:08 pm | Posted in Fitness | Read More »

Choosing an AYI or babysitter

babysitter

Since more injuries occur inside the home than any other location, “Ayi’s” and babysitters should have first aid training and the maturity to handle an emergency. The following are tips on choosing and orientating a nanny or babysitter: Choose nannies/babysitters who demonstrate knowledge on how to prevent injuries.  They should have taken first aid training [...]

Feb 22 2010, 8:57 pm | Posted in Health | Read More »

Relocating – a Double Edged Sword

relocating a double edged sword

By Josephine Charles, American clinical psychologist with International SOS, Beijing Relocating with the family to a foreign country can be a double edged sword. On one hand, it can mean career advancement, financial reward and the opportunity to experience and enjoy living, working and traveling in a totally different and interesting environment. On the other [...]

Feb 22 2010, 8:47 pm | Posted in Travel | Read More »

Headache & Migraine

headache and migraine

Headaches cost society a fortune in lost productivity each year. Causes: Inflammation/Irritation/Compression of one of many structures in the head i.e. nerves, blood vessels, muscles of the face, neck, scalp, teeth, sinuses, joints, soft tissue and lining of the brain. Investigations: Detailed clinical history – recognizable pattern. Occasionally – blood test, X-rays, CT-scan, MRI-scan, eye [...]

Feb 22 2010, 8:01 pm | Posted in Health | Read More »

Hypertension

hypertension

by Dr. Anna Li What is high blood pressure? Normal blood pressure is below 120/80; blood pressure between 120/80 and 139/89 is called “pre-hypertension,” and a blood pressure of 140/90 or above is considered high.These readings are based on the average of seated blood pressure readings that were properly measured during 2 or more office [...]

Feb 22 2010, 7:57 pm | Posted in Medical | Read More »

Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

respiratory tract infection

by Dr.  J FERREIRA-BASSON An upper respiratory tract infection (URTI),of which the common cold is one,  represents the most common acute illness seen in general practice. The upper respiratory tract includes sinuses, nasal passages and the throat, which are the entrance to the lungs. URTI involve direct invasion of the mucosa of the upper airways [...]

Feb 22 2010, 7:49 pm | Posted in Medical | Read More »

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Shenzhen resident since 2004, Jonathan has enjoyed careers in Art, Nursing, Clinic mangement. Comes from New York, and is on a mission to bring bagels to Shenzhen.

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