Qianhai Taikang Hospital hosts series of health lectures

Focusing on the dangers of smoking, a dynamic health lecture in English was held at Shenzhen Qianhai Taikang Hospital on October 29. This event marked the beginning of a series of health lectures designed to promote English communication skills and foster international medical exchanges among the hospital staff and the broader community.

The event attracted around 50 doctors and nurses from various departments, including Plastic Surgery, Orthopedics, Dentistry, and the International Medical Center.

Shi Lanping, vice president of Shenzhen Qianhai Taikang Hospital, delivers an opening speech. Photos by Chang Zhipeng.

In her opening speech, Shi Lanping, vice president of Shenzhen Qianhai Taikang Hospital, emphasized, “As a high-quality international hospital located in the Qianhai area, language is a key factor in enhancing our services. I encourage everyone to actively participate in these events to improve their language skills.”

Don Rechtman engages with the audience during the health lecture.

The guest lecturer for the event was Don Rechtman from the U.S., a professional musician, composer, and advocate for smoking cessation. Through a compelling presentation featuring concrete data and visuals, he illustrated the severe health risks associated with smoking, not only for adults but also for infants.

Medical staff from Shenzhen Qianhai Taikang Hospital listen to Don Rechtman’s response during the sharing session.

Rechtman also demonstrated a smoking machine he invented at 17 and shared a video he recorded showcasing the health hazards of inhaling one cigarette, one and a half packs, and two packs of cigarettes, respectively.

He offered advice for both smokers and non-smokers, emphasizing the importance of not smoking in confined spaces or around others. During the Q&A session, Rechtman addressed attendees’ concerns about electronic cigarettes, highlighting their associated risks.

According to Qin Di, chief of the International Medical Center at Shenzhen Qianhai Taikang Hospital, the English lecture series is scheduled to take place weekly. “We have already planned the themes for the next five to six lectures, including topics such as breast cancer, the digestive system, and the endocrine system. These subjects are closely related to individual health and will be presented by young doctors from our hospital,” he stated, adding that the events are open to expatriates interested in learning basic medical knowledge.

“Our hospital is dedicated to enhancing both medical and cultural exchanges with the international community. For major Western holidays such as Thanksgiving and Halloween, we will invite expatriates to celebrate with us, creating a homely atmosphere,” he concluded.