Hey guys, it's Rita!
Ever since I got sick, I haven't been able to work out, put on makeup, and am constantly bloated, and because I have so many needles and tubes in my arm, it's really hard to wash my hair. I know I don't look great here, obviously I'm not a medical professional and am just a patient, and coronavirus still has lots of unknowns, but I wanted to make this video to share my experiences with you guys and let more people know more about COVID-19.
As soon as I got to Taiwan, I went into quarantine, and even though I didn't know if I had coronavirus, I still cooperated with the government's requests, such as riding in a quarantined taxi and getting tested. I also made sure that my family didn't come into contact with me, and I was at home by myself the entire time of my quarantine.
Actually I finished filming this vlog on March 20, and I really thought about whether to upload this or not. On social media, a lot of people were targeting international students who came back to Taiwan, and of course I was worried that I wouldn't be able to explain my side of the story well. But as I watched everyone become more and more scared and panicked, I wanted to do something to help, such as sharing my own experiences.
Right now, I'm still currently hospitalized in an isolated ward, and my mental health has gotten a lot better. I really want to thank the Taiwan CDB and all the medical staff around me for doing such a great job and being so helpful!
During this pandemic, we should love and care for each other even more to overcome this difficult time together. Stay strong guys!
#StayHome #Quarantine #MyExperienceWithCoronavirus
00:48 detailed timeline of symptoms
02:24 my experience with doctors in Spain
03:44 diagnosis in Spain
04:20 fever, 2nd attempt to get medical treatment in Spain
08:19 going back to Taiwan, getting tested at the airport
09:32 receiving CDB's notice
11:00 treatment
11:51 so how did I get coronavirus?
*Please do not download, use, or repost my videos. For related incidents, please contact me on my Instagram @ririchao, thank you!
