On June 5, 2026, the Philippine Consulate General in Xiamen, in partnership with One Shang, hosted a Basic Life Support (BLS) training session at the Consulate office. Staff members and their families came together to learn life-saving skills in a warm and engaging atmosphere.The session kicked off with a theory class led by Dr. Chris.…
These advisory addresses recent international news regarding a Hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship. We understand this news may cause concern, but we want to provide clear, factual information to reassure the community in Xiamen. Most importantly, the specific virus strain involved in the cruise ship incident does not naturally exist in China, and risk…
During my early years in Xiamen, most pregnant expatriates chose to return to their home countries or travel to Hong Kong for prenatal care and delivery. This was largely due to concerns about and a general lack of confidence in the quality of local obstetric services. At that time, prenatal care often amounted to little…
In this meaningful month of March, One Shang Healthcare had the distinct honor of being invited to participate in the International Women’s Month Celebration organized by the Philippine Consulate in Xiamen. Under the theme “Talakayan: Online usapang pangkalusugan,” the event focused on women’s health, delivering messages of care and empowerment.
Most children experience abdominal pain from time to time. They may use terms like tummy ache, bellyache or stomachache to describe it. As a parent, it can be hard to decide if your child’s abdominal pain is normal or the sign of something more serious. Indigestion or gastroenteritis? Anxious about something? Did they swallow a…
A healthy, active lifestyle can help you maintain weight and prevent health issues such as diabetes, heart disease, asthma and high blood pressure. If you have a family, it’s important to keep them healthy and happy, too. But raising your family isn’t always easy. You are busy and so are your children. There are some…
Summertime can significantly change children’s sleep habits, with later evening activities and the opportunity to sleep in during the mornings. As your family prepares for a new school year, it is important to consider your family’s sleep routines and if children are getting enough sleep. Sleep is critical for children’s overall well-being and growth, and…