Beijing hospital fights imported cases

14-day quarantine required

"No matter where we are from, our aim is the same, which is to supply timely medical care for confirmed infections and efficiently release those testing negative or cleared of possible infection," Chen said.

"Generally, about 30 hours later after a test, inbound travelers testing negative will be allowed to leave the hospital. We also have a special group of staffers responsible for helping people cleared for discharge contact loved ones, and arrange transportation."

Given that some patients may experience stress and anxiety, especially after long flights, the hospital also provides psychological support, said Ma Yingmin, another deputy head of the working team. "Music therapy, for example, has been used in the wards," Ma said.

According to the city's rule on COVID-19 control, travelers from overseas－even those who live in Beijing－must complete 14-day quarantines at designated places after testing negative. Those who are confirmed as being infected will be treated at Xiaotangshan Hospital.