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National Parks Agency and Health Ministry Partner to Bring Nature's Healing to Hospitals

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Taiwan's National Park Agency and the Ministry of Health and Welfare's Medical and Social Welfare Institutions Administration signed an MOU to integrate nature into healthcare.
  • 17 nature documentaries from national parks will be shown in 26 public hospitals to help patients and medical staff relax and heal.
  • The collaboration also includes medical support for park events and aims to foster a deeper connection between nature and the healthcare system.

Taiwan's National Park Agency and the Ministry of Health and Welfare's Medical and Social Welfare Institutions Administration have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to bring the healing power of nature into hospitals. The "Nature for Health, Medical, Mountain, Sea, Nature Empowerment, Healthy Taiwan" initiative will feature 17 nature documentaries from national parks like Yushan, Taroko, and Kenting. These films will be broadcast in the public viewing systems of 26 ministry-affiliated hospitals.

Taiwan has diverse ecosystems, good mountains, and clear waters, which are important green assets for the country. This collaboration will provide 17 nature documentaries from national parks like Yushan, Taroko, and Kenting, which will be introduced into the public broadcast systems of 26 ministry-affiliated hospitals, allowing the public to watch these films while waiting for medical treatment, and soothing their minds and bodies.

— Wang Cheng-chiDirector General of the National Park Agency, explaining the initiative's core components.

The goal is to provide a calming experience for patients waiting for appointments and for medical staff facing high-pressure environments. Officials believe the natural scenery will help alleviate stress and promote well-being. This partnership extends beyond film screenings, with the Medical and Social Welfare Institutions Administration also agreeing to provide medical support and emergency care for national park events.

The beauty of national parks is beneficial for physical and mental healing. If we can bring the beauty of national parks to patients in the consultation room, and also allow medical staff to visit national parks, it will help build good doctor-patient relationships.

— Liu Shih-fangMinister of the Interior, emphasizing the broader benefits of the collaboration.

Both agencies see this as a significant step towards integrating natural healing into the healthcare system. National Park Agency Director General Wang Cheng-chi highlighted Taiwan's diverse ecosystems as a valuable green asset. He expressed hope that the initiative could eventually expand to public spaces like airports and airlines to showcase Taiwan's beauty. Minister of the Interior Liu Shih-fang emphasized the benefits of nature for physical and mental healing, suggesting it could improve doctor-patient relationships.

Modern medicine and health policy development have moved from simple disease treatment to comprehensive preventive medicine and mind-body-spirit balance. Taiwan's scenery is a rare treasure in the world. When the public is waiting for a long time for medical treatment, and medical personnel are in a long-term high-stress environment, they can promote physical and mental health through videos, and further encourage patients to seek treatment.

— Lin Ching-yiDeputy Minister of Health and Welfare, highlighting the shift towards holistic health.

Ministry of Health and Welfare Deputy Minister Lin Ching-yi noted the shift in modern healthcare towards holistic well-being, encompassing mind, body, and spirit. She sees Taiwan's natural landscapes as a unique treasure that can enhance health during long waits and stressful work conditions. The collaboration is viewed as a milestone in promoting "Smart & Green" transformation and green healthcare, aiming to improve public health and build a healthier Taiwan.

The cooperation between the two parties was 'a perfect match.' This collaboration is an important milestone in promoting the 'Smart & Green' dual-axis transformation and green healthcare by the Ministry of Health and Welfare. Through the 'Nature for Health' concept, it not only deepens the connection between the medical system and the natural environment but also hopes to promote the physical and mental health of all people starting from environmental sustainability, moving towards a 'Healthy Taiwan.'

— Lin Ching-fengExecutive Director of the Medical and Social Welfare Institutions Administration, describing the initiative's significance.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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