CN ~ Health for Visa

https://thetravelbugbite.com/2017/03/21/what-to-expect-at-a-chinese-visa-health-check/

CN ~ Online Shopping

https://thetravelbugbite.com/2017/05/18/anything-sold-anywhere-is-cheaper-on-taobao-how-to-find-the-best-price/

https://thetravelbugbite.com/2017/05/09/getting-aliexpress-to-deliver-to-china/

https://thetravelbugbite.com/2017/03/28/online-shopping-in-china-jd-vs-taobao/

http://mcclintockclan.blogspot.sg/p/life-in-suzhou-china.html?m=1

https://www.amazon.cn/

CN ~ Express VPN

Medicine ~ 8 Medications For Kids (Save You Drive To KKH)

Medica

https://www.doctorxdentist.com/the-ultimate-list-of-kid-safe-medications-in-singapore

1. Paracetamol (fever or pain)


2. Ibuprofen (fever or pain)

3. Cough preparations

Examples sold in Singapore:
Ivy leaf extracts
Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
Promethazine
Dextromethorphan


4. Diarrhoea medications


Examples sold in Singapore:
Hidrasec
Oral re-hydration therapy
Probiotics

Most diarrhoea medications are very safe for use in children. Effective medications in this category include Hidrasec (Salazar-Lindo et al. 2000) and oral re-hydration therapy (Santosham et al. 1982).

The exception is loperamide (Imodium), which you should not give to children.

Probiotics work by replacing good intestine bacteria, which help to alleviate diarrhoea symptoms. There are way too many probiotic brands out there - some work better than others.

Try to look out for probiotics that contain "live" bacteria such as lactobacillus (Niel et al. 2002), Streptococcus thermophilus and bifidobacteria (Saavedra et al. 1994).


5. Stomach pain preparations

Examples sold in Singapore:
Colimix
Rid-Wind
Gripe Water

Most stomach pain and wind preparations are fairly safe. They are worth a try before seeing a doctor.

The one exception is Hyoscine butylbromide (Buscopan). I wouldn't give children Buscopan as it can cause poisoning (So 2005).

FYI: Stomach pain is one of the most dreaded symptoms in children seen by a GP/PD. There are simply too many sinister causes behind stomach pain. This can be tricky for even professionals to get right sometimes. Fortunately, 99% of the time, stomach pain is not due to anything serious, or most of us will be out of jobs.

Again, if your child is having stomach pain, and your "spider sense" is going off, it's a good idea to bring your child to see a doctor sooner.

6. Runny nose medications (antihistamines)


Examples sold in Singapore:
Cetirizine (Zyrtec)
Fexofenadine (Telfast)
Desloratadine (Aerius)
Loratadine

Non-sleeping or non-sedating antihistamines have a long track record for safety (Philpot 2000). Overdoses are exceedingly rare, even at thrice the usual dose, but stick to what your GP/PD recommend.

GP/PDs will prescribe these medications according to your child's weight, right down to 3 months old children.




8. Steroid creams

Examples sold in Singapore:
Hydrocortisone
Bethamethasone

The staple medication of the dermatologist's clinic, GP/PDs use them mainly to treat allergic rashes.

I've stuck steroid creams on this list because I've seen too many parents avoid them like the plague due to its perceived side effects.

The best treatment of allergic skin disease consists of:
A proper diagnosis of the root cause of the allergy
Avoidance of the cause
Aggressive moisturising
Avoid scratching
Correct usage of steroid creams during flare-ups

Therefore, it'd be great if you could help me spread the message that steroid creams are extremely safe and effective, as long as they are used appropriately.

Transfer Money

https://www.saporedicina.com/english/transfer-money-abroad/

Important: Note that if want to transfer money in China, TransferWise only works if you send the money to a bank account opened using a Chinese ID card, not using a passport. This means that if the bank account was opened by a foreigner that lives in China, you can’t use TransferWise.

Medicines to Treat Diarrhoea

https://www.pharmacy.nhg.com.sg/uploadedFiles/Health_Advice/Minor_Ailments_and_Self_Medication/Digestive/Diarrhoea%20Medicine%20List.pdf

Winter (Keeping Warm)

https://thetravelbugbite.com/2016/12/02/5-ways-to-stay-warm-during-chinese-winter/

https://thetravelbugbite.com/2017/02/14/colder-on-the-inside-winter-in-southern-china/

http://www.thatsmags.com/shanghai/post/16612/how-to-get-your-apartment-ready-for-winter-warm-pollution-in-china