Spring Festival holiday is a nice time to get away from the busy city. However, before setting out for the various fascinating destinations, foreign tourists may need first to get themselves informed of the various problems they may encouter in China. Here comes a list.

Injuries

Injuries are the leading cause of preventable death in travelers. An estimated five million people lost their lives from injuries in 2000, and over 90 percent of these were in developing countries.

Be aware that driving a car or riding a motorbike around China yourself may be more dangerous due to unfamiliarity with the roads, traffic regulations and conditions. Buses, taxis and particularly motorbike taxis are also far from flawlessly safe. If possible, travel during daylight, in good weather conditions and encourage your driver not to speed and cut people off.

Travelers' diarrhea

Every year, an estimated 10 million international tourists develop diarrhea, which makes it the most common illness among travelers. Ninety percent are resolved within one week, but it's never a pleasant experience and extra care should be taken when traveling in a foreign country.

Avoid eating food and drink bought from street vendors.

Avoid raw or undercooked meat and seafood and raw fruit unless you wash or peel it yourself.

Mild diarrhea can be left to run its course. Rehydration by drinking pure water is recommended. If the diarrhea is prolonged, then seek advice from a local doctor. If the condition persists despite treatment, then you should consider heading for a Western hospital, perhaps in Beijing, to be treated for a possible parasitic infection.

Malaria
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