Reporting and explainers on cross-border healthcare — visa rules, policy changes, and the trends shaping care for international patients in China.
October 12, 2026
The 140th Canton Fair will introduce Fair2Care, a new International Medical Experience Program highlighting the growing visibility of China's healthcare services among global visitors — Kaiyan looks at what it takes to turn that visibility into meaningful access.
September 17, 2026
China has no single worldwide visa category formally called a "medical visa." Here's what official sources actually say, and how international patients should prepare before applying.
September 9, 2026
The Wall Street Journal reported on cancer patients traveling to Shanghai for CAR‑T therapy. The story is striking, but the larger shift behind it — from destination selection to informed navigation — matters more.
September 4, 2026
Following the addition of Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam in August 2026, eligible travelers can now enter through 65 designated ports and stay up to 240 hours — a policy that, while not designed for medical travel, may add flexibility for time-limited healthcare visits.
August 10, 2026
A BBC World Service report follows Dr. Amanda Harvey's journey to Shanghai for CAR T-cell therapy — and the four questions that matter before any cross-border cancer-care journey.