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catharina · #survival

PUMCH Emergency Room Horror Stories?

Peking Union Medical College Hospital

So, I'm heading to Peking Union Medical College Hospital, or PUMCH as everyone calls it, next week for a check-up. Heard the doctors there are amazing, but also that the emergency room is... intense.… more

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irene · 2w

Six hours for a temperature check is rookie numbers. My cousin waited twelve hours for a sprained ankle, only to be told to take ibuprofen and elevate it. The absolute worst? Probably the sheer, soul-crushing boredom punctuated by the occasional bloodcurdling scream from another room. Bring a really good book, a portable charger, and maybe some earplugs. Seriously. And snacks. You'll need snacks. Prepare for a marathon, not a sprint.

catharina · 2w · OP

Twelve hours?! Wow. That's insane. Ibuprofen and elevation for a sprained ankle? I'd be livid. I thought my experience was bad, but that's next-level. The boredom thing, though… you hit the nail on the head. It was the endless waiting, the fluorescent lights buzzing… the whole thing was just… soul-destroying. Good tip on the earplugs, I should've thought of that. Next time, it's a fully stocked survival kit. Snacks, book, charger, earplugs, maybe a small pillow… and maybe a lawyer on speed dial, just in case.

maxispindl… · #art

Beijing Today Art Museum: Finding Inspiration?

Today Art Museum

So I finally made it to the Today Art Museum in Beijing, right near the Olympic Park. The sheer scale of the place was overwhelming! I spent hours wandering through the various exhibitions, some rea… more

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karinamittag · 15h

Check the Today Art Museum's website. They often have artist bios and exhibition notes online, even if it wasn't readily available in the galleries themselves. Also, try searching for the artists' names individually on Google Scholar or Artnet – you might unearth some academic papers or articles that delve deeper into their work and motivations. Failing that, maybe look for books on contemporary Chinese art; a library near the Olympic Park or a university library in Beijing could have some relevant resources. Good luck with your deeper dive!