A member of the 25th Chinese medical team in Mozambique provides free medical service to a local resident in Maputo, Mozambique, June 12, 2025. (Photo by Mendes Mondlane/Xinhua)
MAPUTO, June 13 (Xinhua) -- The 25th Chinese medical team in Mozambique provided free clinic services on Thursday in a health center in Maputo, the capital.
Ten members of the Chinese medical team, specializing in orthopedics, spinal surgery, pain management, acupuncture, rehabilitation, gynecology, obstetrics, general surgery, and urology, offered consultations and free medicine to about 360 local patients at the Incassane Rural Health Center, in Maputo's Katembe district.
The team also prepared Portuguese-language posters with health education content to help locals better understand and manage common diseases.
Argina Rosario, who came from a nearby neighborhood to seek gynecological care, praised the Chinese doctors' services. "They deserve our appreciation. In other hospitals, the treatment process is complicated and exhausting, often making us give up halfway. I truly hope today's visit will improve my condition," she said.
Cristina Francisco, a 78-year-old local resident, said she received attentive and thoughtful care from the Chinese doctors. "At my age, it's hard to queue at the hospital," she said. "Today, I not only received treatment near my home but also got real, tangible help."
Ilidio Silva Cavele, director of the Incassane Rural Health Center, expressed gratitude for the initiative.
"We are very pleased and thankful for this activity. The support from multiple Chinese specialists has significantly improved our medical capacity. They not only provided free consultations but also donated medicine. We hope this cooperation continues and contributes to the development of our country," he said.
Ma Litai, leader of the 25th Chinese medical team in Mozambique, noted that this year marks the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties between China and Mozambique. "We have already carried out two free clinics this year and will continue to reach local communities to serve the people and strengthen exchanges and technical cooperation with local healthcare professionals," he said.
A member of the 25th Chinese medical team in Mozambique provides free medical service to a local resident in Maputo, Mozambique, June 12, 2025. (Photo by Mendes Mondlane/Xinhua)
A member of the 25th Chinese medical team in Mozambique provides free medical service to a local resident in Maputo, Mozambique, June 12, 2025. (Photo by Mendes Mondlane/Xinhua)
A member of the 25th Chinese medical team in Mozambique provides free medical consultation to a local resident in Maputo, Mozambique, June 12, 2025. (Xinhua/Liu Jie)
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