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PUMCH Emergency Room Horror Stories?

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So, I'm heading to @Beijing next month for a conference, and naturally, I'm a little paranoid about getting sick. My colleague swears by Peking Union Medical College Hospital (PUMCH), says it's the b… more

Yeah, PUMCH is top-tier, no doubt. But the sheer volume of patients… that's the real story. Expect a wait, even for non-life-threatening stuff. Think hours, possibly. It's less a "frantic nurses" drama and more a… highly efficient, but busy, well-oiled machine. They’re good at triage, so you'll be seen eventually, but don't plan on a quick in-and-out. Seriously, Imodium is your friend. And maybe some Mandarin phrasebook for those inevitable moments of communication breakdown. Good luck with your conference!

Beijing Today Art Museum: Finding Inspiration?

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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

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!

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