On the morning of February 8th (the 21st day of the 12th lunar month), the atmosphere of Tet (Lunar New Year) filled Cho Ray Hospital (Ho Chi Minh City) with a special edition of the "Sunday Sharing Love" program, bringing a warm New Year's Eve meal and many meaningful activities for patients.
In a lively atmosphere, patients not only enjoyed the entertainment but also received free hair washing and haircuts from volunteers.
Laughter filled the air as they played games together, temporarily forgetting the pain of their illnesses.
The highlight of the program was the New Year's Eve dinner featuring the traditional braised pork with eggs, helping patients alleviate their homesickness as they celebrated Tet (Lunar New Year) far from home.
Master's degree holder Le Minh Hien, Head of the Social Work Department at Cho Ray Hospital, personally presented Tet gifts to patients. He shared: "The smiles and satisfaction of the patients and their relatives are the motivation for us to carry out this program."
Earlier, Cho Ray Hospital also inaugurated a nearly 300-meter-long spring flower street, larger in scale than in previous years, comprising 15 miniature landscapes created by more than 70 departments and wards in collaboration. This is part of an effort to bring the Tet atmosphere closer to patients.
Dr. Pham Thanh Viet, Deputy Director in charge of operations at Cho Ray Hospital, shared: "As a tertiary hospital, we receive very serious and complex cases. Tet is a time for family reunions, but many patients cannot go home, and their relatives have to stay to care for them with anxiety. Flower displays, folk games, and the songs and performances of artists are a spiritual remedy, helping to dispel the pain and worries of patients and the hardships of medical staff."
Many patients, despite their initial hesitation, couldn't hide their joy at wearing the traditional ao dai for the first time, preserving memorable Tet moments.
While strolling along the flower-lined street, they can also choose gifts at the "0 đồng" (free) stalls, participate in lucky draws, make clay figurines, take photos, and receive calligraphy as a gift.
Ms. Le Thi Be Nam (from An Giang province) couldn't hide her shyness as she finally had the opportunity to take photos with her husband after a long time. She shared: "In the days leading up to Tet, I didn't know if I would be discharged from the hospital and go home, but being able to take photos and wear such a vibrant ao dai (traditional Vietnamese dress) makes me very happy."
Ms. Thu Huong also excitedly shared a commemorative photo taken in the days leading up to the Lunar New Year of the Horse 2026.
The hospital scene became lively and warm with people dressed in colorful gowns taking photos, and others using their phones to livestream and share the moment on social media. Sitting in wheelchairs, many patients shone with joy in their eyes, temporarily dispelling the weariness of their illnesses.
The festive atmosphere of Tet (Vietnamese Lunar New Year) has permeated every street corner, every home, and even the hospitals. The spirit of spring is evident in a series of activities dedicated to caring for patients during Tet, such as spring festivals, flower displays, and free transportation services. This caring and sharing spirit from the community has helped patients overcome their pain and enjoy a warmer Tet holiday.
Source: https://dantri.com.vn/suc-khoe/benh-nhan-benh-vien-cho-ray-rang-ro-chup-anh-tet-don-tat-nien-doan-vien-20260207125326497.htm
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