Healthcare professionals and volunteers share stories of dedication

In Taiwan, Hong Shu-xia has dedicated 20 years to volunteering at Chi Mei Hospital. Inspired by seeing volunteers support her father during his hospitalization, she emphasizes that medical professionals are not the only ones who can provide strength; simple acts of listening, companionship, and guidance can significantly alleviate the anxiety of patients and their families.

In China, several medical couples are highlighted for their dedication to healthcare during the intersection of Doctors' Day and the Qixi Festival. At Liwan Central Hospital, doctors Lin Haizhen and Su Yingsi have been together for 24 years, balancing specialized clinical work in cardiovascular and endocrine medicine with family responsibilities. Similarly, at the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, doctors Diao Shengpeng and Hu Li have maintained a 14-year marriage while managing demanding clinical schedules and rural medical support missions, often working in different regions to serve patient needs.