A delegation from Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine (FUTCM), led by Professor Li Can Dong, visited Cebu and Manila to strengthen ties and promote traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) in the Philippines.
The visit, which began on Fe. 11, was made in response to the invitation of Cebu Governor Gwen Garcia.
The delegation attended the Asian Traditional Medical and Health Care Summit and participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Cebu Health Center.
The event aimed to highlight the growing collaboration between the Philippines and China in the field of traditional medicine.
On February 15, the delegation arrived in Manila and visited the China Philippine Center of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Li, who also serves as the director of the center in China, conducted a seminar at the center which was attended by the students from the Qi Huang College of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
On February 16, the delegation, in partnership with the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc. (FFCCCII) and the Philippine Progressive Mason Club Inc., held a health seminar and free medication event at the Progressive Mason Club’s head office.
FFCCCII Vice President William Yap Castro, along with a group of Filipino-Chinese community leaders participated in the event.
In his remarks, Castro emphasized the importance of health education and prevention. He said that prevention is better than cure. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), many people die of ignorance rather than illness.
Castro highlighted that it is crucial to spread awareness and make healthcare knowledge more accessible to everyone.
He also reiterated that FFCCCII and other Filipino-Chinese organizations would continue to pursue charity projects aimed at giving back to the mainstream society.
The seminars and outreach activities underscore the growing interest in traditional Chinese medicine in the Philippines and the continued collaboration between China and the Philippines in advancing health and wellness initiatives.