The Chronic Disease Prevention and Management Branch launched a public welfare activity titled "Lei Feng Spirit Warms Hearts" to serve the grassroots
On March 5, 2025, on the eve of the 62nd Lei Feng Memorial Day, in order to carry forward the spirit of Lei Feng and care for the physical health of the elderly at the grassroots level, Professor Huang Daifa, vice president of the Chronic Disease Prevention and Management Branch of the Chinese Geriatrics Society and director of the Second Department of the Cadre Ward of the General Hospital of the Northern Theater Command, actively organized an expert team to carry out a free medical consultation activity at the grassroots level. This free medical consultation aims to provide convenient and professional medical services for the elderly, popularize knowledge on the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases, and effectively improve the health level and lifestyle of the elderly.
Spring in the north is a high-incidence season for infectious diseases and also a season when various chronic diseases tend to worsen. The team for this free medical consultation is powerful, covering multiple disciplines closely related to the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases in the elderly, such as cardiology, endocrinology, neurology, and rehabilitation medicine. The experts patiently inquired about the medical history, symptoms and living habits of each elderly person, and carefully conducted physical examinations, including the measurement of blood pressure, blood sugar and blood lipids, auscultation of heart and lung functions, and neurological examinations.
At the free medical consultation desk of Vice President Professor Huang Daifa, an elderly woman named Li, who has suffered from hypertension for many years, expressed her concern to the expert as she recounted her condition. Professor Huang Daifa carefully examined the medical records brought by Aunt Li, conducted a detailed blood pressure measurement and cardiac auscultation for her, and patiently explained the prevention and treatment knowledge of hypertension to her. And tell Mrs. Li that hypertension is a chronic disease that requires long-term management. Besides taking medicine on time, it is also necessary to pay attention to a light diet, moderate exercise, and maintaining emotional stability, etc. At the same time, based on Aunt Li's specific condition, the treatment plan was adjusted for her and she was advised to have regular check-ups at the hospital. After listening to Professor Huang Daifa's explanation, Aunt Li's furrowed brows finally relaxed. She said gratefully, "The experts came to our doorstep, not only providing us with free medical treatment but also teaching us so much health knowledge. We are truly grateful to you!"
In addition to disease diagnosis and treatment, this free medical consultation event also placed particular emphasis on the publicity and popularization of knowledge on the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases. At the health education area of the event site, various promotional materials on the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases were displayed, including prevention and treatment manuals and popular science posters for common chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, coronary heart disease and stroke. Through vivid cases and plain language, experts introduced to the elderly how to carry out simple rehabilitation training and care in daily life to improve their self-care ability and alleviate the pain caused by diseases.
The free medical consultation event held on this Lei Feng Memorial Day not only brought health and care to the elderly at the grassroots level, but also enabled the spirit of Lei Feng to shine with new luster in the new era. The experts from the Chronic Disease Prevention and Management Branch of the Chinese Society of Geriatrics have interpreted the essence of the Lei Feng spirit through their actions and fulfilled the original aspiration and mission of medical workers. Through this activity, the elderly have enjoyed high-quality and convenient medical services right at their doorstep and have gained a deeper understanding of the prevention and treatment knowledge of common chronic diseases. Meanwhile, the event has further enhanced the attention of all sectors of society to the health issues of the elderly, creating a favorable social atmosphere of caring for and valuing the health of the elderly.
In the future, the Chronic Disease Prevention and Management Branch of the Chinese Geriatrics Society will continue to carry forward the spirit of Lei Feng, and persistently carry out more diverse and rich public welfare activities, contributing more to the health and well-being of the elderly, and allowing the spirit of Lei Feng to shine even more brightly in the field of medical and health care.
Authors: Liang Chunbo, Shao Zhichao
Author's Affiliation: Department Two, Cadre Ward, General Hospital of Northern Theater Command