100 Rural Teachers Charity Health Checkup
United Foundation for China’s Health (UFCH) and Beijing Cheng Ying Charity Foundation jointly launched the “100 Rural Teachers Charity Health Checkup ” on December 17 in Shanghai United Family Hospital (Pudong) and Xin Tian Di Clinic completed free medical checkups for 100 rural teachers from primary and secondary schools in Wu Shan County, Gansu Province.
Carl Wu, CEO of New Frontier Group and United Family Healthcare, gave the welcome speech.
Every village teacher shoulders a unique mission, they are not only to pass on knowledge but also to pass on hope. They devote most of their time to the class and pay little attention to their health. Teachers need to travel from the county to the provincial hospital to see a doctor, in order not to delay the teaching work, they rarely ask for leave. “We’re usually very busy, and often don’t have time or resources for our annual physical examination. I’m glad to have this opportunity to not only have a very comprehensive exam but also to consult the doctor and really have an opportunity to understand our situation.” A primary school Chinese teacher said after her check-up.
The exams were comprehensive, consisting of a history and physical, blood work, electrocardiogram, chest X-ray, and other tests. Through chest X-rays, the doctors found that nearly 30 rural teachers have remarkable pathology. A comprehensive evaluation will be made based on the teachers’ family history and follow-up examinations. UFCH will also provide medical support for teachers who need further treatment.