Heartwarming "Zero-Cost Market"

On the morning of June 25th, the 9th "Zero-Cost Market" with the theme "Connecting Hands of Love" served over 300 underprivileged patients receiving treatment at Thu Duc City Hospital (Ho Chi Minh City) in a lively and warm atmosphere.

This "Zero-Cost Market" is even more meaningful as it commemorates the 16th anniversary of the establishment of Thu Duc City Hospital (June 28, 2007 - June 28, 2023).

Patients' joy at the "Zero-Cost Market"

The "Zero-Cost Market" consists of 20 stalls selling essential items for free, including food and necessities such as rice, spices, confectionery, instant noodles, milk, toothpaste, clothing, eggs, cereals, diapers, etc.

Although she has been undergoing hemodialysis at Thu Duc City Hospital for many years, this is the first time Ms. Nguyen Thi Loan has participated in this market.

"The atmosphere was very lively. The gifts, such as rice, noodles, milk, cooking oil, etc., can help my family survive for a whole month. Thank you to the hospital and the benefactors for caring about the lives of poor patients like us," Mrs. Loan shared.

Patients and their relatives visit the "Zero-Cost Market".

Speaking at the "Zero-Cost Market," Dr. Vu Tri Thanh, Deputy Director in charge of Thu Duc City Hospital, shared: "Over the years, the hospital has developed both professionally and also wished to share the compassion of medical staff and philanthropists with patients facing difficulties."

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According to the leaders of Thu Duc City Hospital, the "Zero-Cost Market" is an initiative of the collective of doctors, nurses, and medical staff of Thu Duc City Hospital and has been maintained since 2018. The program has been expanded to many places, contributing to caring for the lives of poor people, those in difficult circumstances, and those without a place to live...

"Zero-Cost Market" shares some of the burden with patients and their families.

The "Zero-Cost Market" also serves as a bridge connecting compassionate benefactors with patients undergoing treatment at the hospital, especially those in difficult circumstances who need assistance, aiming to give them strength and encouragement to overcome illness and live happily.

The "Zero-Cost Market" took place on the morning of June 24, 2023.

Besides its professional activities, the hospital always pays attention to social welfare activities, caring for the mental well-being, providing financial support for treatment, and giving gifts to encourage patients with difficult circumstances. These programs include: "Zero-Cost Market," "Golden Hour in Treatment," "Happy Lunch," donating health insurance cards, donating wheelchairs, "Beautiful Hair for Patients," "Supporting Patients," and "Donating Small Change - Sharing Love"...

Patients attending the "Zero-Cost Market" also received free haircuts.

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"The 'Zero-Cost Market' also serves as a place to connect compassionate hearts and share with impoverished patients."

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