WHAT TO DO IF I AM QUARANTINED? – TIPS

The month of March has been a good one for those residing in China as the numbers of cases of the COVID-19 are declining day by day. However, there is always a threat to the importation of the virus through a passenger traveling from or via a country that is highly affected by the epidemic.

Many passengers are asking about measures being taken at various airports throughout China with regards to putting them in quarantine. Beijing gave the policy of putting every passenger into 14 days quarantine irrespective of the nationality, whereas Guangzhou and Shanghai are classifying passengers into 3 categories based on which it is decided whether they will be put into quarantine or not. However since many countries worldwide and now affected with the pandemic, it is very likely that most of the passengers will be put into 14 days quarantine.

(Passengers’Temperature being checked up at the Airport)

Here we provide you some tips on what should you do and how to come prepared to China if you are fearful of getting into quarantine.

BEFORE TAKING THE FLIGHT TO CHINA-TIPS

1)Before buying the ticket make sure that the flights are going from your country to China. Call the airline’s office and confirm with them.

2)Check from the airport authorities from your departure city, if they require any other documents for immigration clearance or not. Some airports are asking for a Coronavirus certificate provided by a local hospital. Again it depends from country to country so we advise that you confirm it before booking the ticket and taking your flight.

3)Find out if someone from your country has recently traveled to China and ask them about their experience as that will give you the latest updates on the situation.

4)Try to arrange some masks from your country if possible so you do not have to worry about them when you reach China. You need to wear masks compulsory in public especially in the metros and taxis. Without masks, you cannot avail of these services.

5)Better come prepared financially as in most of the cases the cost of stay will be borne by the passenger therefore it is better to take that cost in consideration for your budget when you travel to China.

GETTING INTO 14 DAYS QUARANTINE - TIPS

The fear of being stuck at home or a hotel for 2 weeks can sometimes be overwhelming. However, if you remain to relax and calm and plan your routine then this time shall pass easily and you will be out of the quarantine before you know it.

Hawryluck, a critical care physician and associate professor at the University of Toronto says,

"We don't realize just how social beings we are until that contact is reduced or diminished because we can't leave our home".

(Preparing the Essentials –Coronavirus Grocery List © Yahoo News)

1)Pack the essentials like a mug, tea or coffee, cutlery, snacks, chocolates, tin packed food, power banks, toiletries, medical and first aid kit, etc. This will help you in case you are placed for 14 days quarantine.

2)Have a portable hard drive with your favorite movies which will be helpful to kill the time or surf over the internet and do some online courses to improve your skills so that you can take full advantage of this time. If you have a Netflix subscription then that gives you a huge variety of content to pass time.

3)If you need food, the best way is to take advantage from the food delivery apps that China has to offer. The most famous one is Meituan. You can order various kinds of food which will arrive at the hotel reception and will be brought to your room.

4)It is also a good time to finish up those books and novels which you have been trying hard to finish but was not able to find the time. Now you have 14 days to read your favorite content.

5)Get on the phone and place a video call to your family and friends to make them comfortable and aware of your situation meanwhile helping yourself to kill the boredom and feeling of loneliness. You will probably need it, and so will they.

6)Get a little fitness in by doing plenty of workouts from the comfort of your own room and doing so can seriously help your mental health. Watch videos of such exercises that do not require any gym equipment and you are good to go.

7)Remember to stay healthy and practice good hygiene by washing your hands multiple times a day and remember soap and water is just as effective as hand sanitizer.

(Steps to Prevent the Virus © California Department of Public Health)

Be aware that your temperature will be monitored every day by the personnel who will arrive at your door and take your temperature. Please do cooperate with them as this is for your own safety and care.

It is also advisable to not bring along your family and children unless very necessary and rather come by yourself in order to avoid any issues in quarantine. Once everything settles down back to normal you can always bring your family here.

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Source:

1)https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/juliareinstein/coronavirus-lockdown-quarantine-tips

2)https://edition.cnn.com/2020/03/12/world/coronavirus-covid-19-update-intl-hnk/index.html

3)https://www.cnbc.com/2020/03/01/businesswoman-quarantined-in-beijing-over-coronavirus-says-be-prepared.html

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