Recommendations for Travellers to China


1. Recommendations for travellers to the areas affected by the novel coronavirus
  • Avoid contact with sick people.
  • Avoid animals (alive or dead) and animal markets.
  • Avoid raw or undercooked products of animal origin. Consume only thoroughly cooked food.
  • Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. After removing visible dirt from the hands, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.
  • Inform your physician on travelling abroad. This particularly applies to elderly persons and persons suffering from chronic diseases, who have a higher risk of contracting the more severe form of the disease and complications.
2. Recommendations for travellers returning from the areas affected by the novel coronavirus who develop fever, cough or difficulty breathing during their stay or within 14 days after return
  • Seek medical care right away. Before going to a doctor’s office or emergency room, call ahead and tell them about the recent travel and symptoms. 
  • Do not travel while sick.
  • Avoid contact with others. If this is not possible, wear a surgical mask that covers the mouth and nose when interacting with people.
  • Cover the mouth and nose with a tissue or sleeve (not hands) when coughing or sneezing.
  • Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. After removing visible dirt from the hands, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.Persons who do not have a nominated doctor in their place of residence may contact (or call) emergency services, or their local epidemiologist on call according to their place of residence.