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As one of the largest cities in the world, Shanghai has abundant private and public health care options. Contraceptives are available without a prescription, though foreign pills are limited to four main brands. Emergency contraceptives are also available without a prescription, practically all of which are Chinese brands, so you won't be able to find ellaOne in pharmacies. STI/STD tests are common and, if you are a foreign worker seeking a visa, they are required. Abortion is incredibly common in China, as well, which is considered the "abortion capital of the world," and it's legally permitted for up to 6 months of gestation.  

In China, the public hospitals are the cheapest options. But they may be more inefficient and rudimentary in terms of services and facilities, and English-speaking may be limited. The private hospitals will, of course, cost more. But they may provide a more useful service to foreign visitors if they do not speak any Chinese.

 

 

'''Warning''': Some pharmacies in Shanghai have reportedly sold fake pills. So, if possible, try to purchase from a larger, well-known pharmacy.

Note: You'll typically pay a fee for a bundle of STD tests at public Chinese clinics. But you'll be charged an extra fee if you also want an HPV test.

 

* [http://www.shskin.com Shanghai Skin Disease & STD Clinic (上海市皮肤病性病医院)]: This clinic is in a Chinese public hospital so prices are lower. Tests for chlamydia, hepatitis B, HIV, syphilis. Read an account [http://www.smartshanghai.com/articles/wellbeing/burning-questions-how-to-get-an-std-test here ], [http://www.shanghaiexpat.com/phpbbforum/std-testing-t108053.html here] and [http://madshanghai.com/getting-and-std-check-in-shanghai/ here] about getting tested at the clinic. Tests range from 400-500rmb with an 18rmb registration fee. Address: 196 Wuyi Lu, near Anxi Lu, 武夷路196号, 近安西路 PHONE: 6183 3107 AREA: METRO: 20 mins walk from Jiangsu Rd. Hours: Monday-Saturday, Morning Hours, Registration: 7:30-11am, Treatment Hours: 8am-Midday. Afternoon Hours: Registration: 12:30-4:15pm, Treatment Hours: 1:30-5pm.

* Huashan Hospital (华山医院): This is another public hospital where you can be tested at a cheaper rate. Tests for chlamydia, hepatitis B, herpes, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV. Costs are about 452.50RMB, includes a registration fee of 15.50RMB (2012). Note that there are some English-speaking doctors on staff but you'll get  your test results in Chinese. Click [http://www.timeoutshanghai.com/features/Health__Wellness/8044/Shanghai-sexual-health-guide-part-two.html here] for personal testimonial.

* Shanghai People's Number One Hospital: Tests for chlamydia, hepatitis B, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV. Costs 285.50RMB, includes a registration fee of 15.50RMB.  Click [http://www.timeoutshanghai.com/features/Health__Wellness/8044/Shanghai-sexual-health-guide-part-two.html here] for personal testimonial.

* [http://www.sinoaid.cn/shanghai-stds-testing.html  Sino-Aid]: "is where you can have sexual health check ups, included HIV and STD (Sexually Transmitted Diseases) testing. In our STDs Testing Center you should be seen anonymously if you want to be. Our STDs Center is located in both Pudong and Puxi area of Shanghai. You may need to make an appointment with us @ 021 - 5108 2260 or send your requires to info@sinoaid.cn."

* [http://www.www.sithc.com Shanghai International Travel Healthcare Center]: This is for foreigners. Address: 15 Jinbang Lu, Changning district. Contact: 021-6268-6171 (main line); 021-6268-8851 (physical examination for foreigners); 021-6268-5072 (vaccination for foreigners); fax: 021-6268-3088. Hours: No specific hours; make an appointment first., Fees: 640 yuan; 470 yuan (students). Additional fees, such as delivery fees, may apply.

While you'll find many medications in Shanghai, overseas prescriptions are typically not valid. Also, hospital pharmacies only accept prescriptions from their own doctors. China has strict laws regarding medicine imports, as well, which makes foreign/western medicines rather expensive. In the past, it was reportedly very common buy antibiotics at Chinese pharmacies with no prescription, though is increasingly less common. If you don't speak Chinese, be sure to bring a Chinese translation of the medicine you want, as the specific brand may not be available in China. For a list of recommended pharmacies, check out the "Contraception" section.

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