Why you should read this article?

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To familiarise yourself with the healthcare needs of overseas Chinese students

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To understand the barriers experienced by overseas Chinese students when accessing UK student primary healthcare

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To enhance your knowledge of strategies to increase access to healthcare services for this population

Individuals from China comprise the largest cohort of international students in the UK, making up almost one quarter of those coming to the country to study. The large Chinese student population at UK universities means there are considerable numbers each year who require access to student primary healthcare.

This article describes a literature and narrative review that aimed to critically review the evidence concerning whether the primary healthcare needs of overseas Chinese students studying at UK universities are being met. Three themes were identified: primary healthcare accessibility and potential barriers for overseas Chinese students; health-seeking behaviour and health needs; and cultural and spiritual foundations of health needs and trusted health-seeking frameworks.