The foreign teachers should bring any long-term medications with
them, since many western medicines are not available in China.
Supply should be sufficient to cover the length of stay plus one
month.
A person cannot count on renewing a prescription in China.
However, it is a good idea to have a copy of the original
prescription with your documents so that in the case of emergency,
people will know what medications your are taking for what
condition.
It is highly recommended that anyone traveling to China carry
their own health insurance from their home nation. In China,
insurance cards are not recognized and the person must pay for
everything in cash, get receipts, and then take up reimbursement
questions with their insurance company.
It is wise to bring an extra pair of glasses and/or contact
lenses when coming to China. One should remember that the air
quality in China is often poor and this affects those who wear
contact lenses. It is recommended that the person also bring the
glasses/contact lens prescription and specifications for
replacement purposes, if necessary.
(State Administration of Foreign Experts Affair October 18,
2006)