Health information

It is possible that due to the change in water, food, and climate, some international students may experience some discomfort and adjustment problems when they first arrive in Hong Kong.  However, Hong Kong’s medical facilities are among the finest in the world and all registered doctors and dentists are trained to international standards.  
When traveling to Hong Kong observe health precautions similar to those that would apply to United States.
Hong Kong has a sophisticated health care system, and in general no inoculations are required. However, rabies is present and vaccination before arrival should be considered.
Travelers to rural areas should consider immunization against Japanese encephalitis and hepatitis B.
To avoid getting sick, do not eat food purchased from street vendors until your stomach is accustomed.
Tap water is potable. Care is only necessary in some rural and island areas where water is still drawn from wells.
Use sun block and carry an emergency medicine kit.

In case hospitalization is required, international students who have Hong Kong Identity Cards are eligible for treatment in general wards at Hong Kong public hospitals and to receive medical treatment.  Semi-private and private rooms are considerably more expensive, as are the corresponding charges for medical treatment and operations.  Those who want coverage for semi-private and private hospital accommodations in Hong Kong should arrange for private insurance protection.