Chi Mei Hospital Celebrates Qixi Festival with 'Starlight Rendezvous' for Medical Couples

Chi Mei Hospital in Jiayi embraced the spirit of the Qixi Festival, also known as Chinese Valentine's Day, by hosting a "Starlight Rendezvous" event. The celebration aimed to create a warm and romantic atmosphere for its staff.

The hospital invited 25 couples and partners from its medical system to participate. Dressed in veils and presenting flowers, they engaged in heartfelt confessions, acknowledging the crucial support and understanding they receive from their significant others. This support allows them to dedicate themselves fully to patient care amidst the pressures of their demanding professions.

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Medical work is stressful and requires 24-hour readiness with no moment of rest. To be able to balance family life, we rely on the support and understanding of our other halves. We are truly grateful.

Hospital Superintendent Tian Yu-feng initiated the event, emphasizing the immense pressure healthcare professionals face and the vital role their partners play. He expressed deep gratitude for this unwavering support, which enables staff to balance their demanding work with family life.

Beyond celebrating romantic relationships, the event highlighted the hospital's commitment to humanistic care and sustainability. By integrating cross-departmental collaboration, sustainable floristry, and therapeutic elements, the hospital sought to infuse warmth and vitality into its high-stress environment. The "Starlight Rendezvous" symbolized not only the romantic pairing of "Cowherd and Weaver Girl" but also the collaborative spirit within the medical team and the supportive relationship between medical staff and patients.

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Medical care is not just about protecting patients' health; we also hope to combine humanistic care with sustainable concepts to make everyone feel warmth and happiness, fulfilling our social responsibility.