Healthy Steps on Red Footprints: Jiangxi’s Historic ‘Long March’ Health Event

Medical personnel in Jiangxi, China, embarked on a historic 3km march, retracing the legendary Long March route, and symbolizing the first step on a lifelong health journey.

Reviving the Spirit of the Long March for Health

The event, titled “The First Crossing of the Long March, the First Step to Health,” was held over two days in Yudu, Jiangxi, with the aim of combining the spirit of the Long March with national health initiatives. The event was hosted by the Jiangxi Pharmacists Association, Yudu County Health Commission, and Yudu County General Health Hospital, with the support of Yangzijiang Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd.

Remembering History, Embracing Health

The event kicked off with a launching ceremony at the monument where the Central Red Army’s Long March began. Speakers included Nulanbek Hasenbek, deputy secretary of the Yudu County Party Committee, and Huang Xiaotian, member of the Standing Committee of the Party Committee and Vice President of Gannan Medical University. They emphasized the importance of inheriting the spirit of the Long March and promoting national health.

Handover of the Flag

The handover of the flag signified the inheritance and continuation of the Long March spirit in the new era, inspiring every participant to contribute to the cause of health.

Practicing Healthy Living on the Red Footprints

After the launching ceremony, participants set off from the Memorial Park where the Central Red Army Long March began, walking 3 kilometers to the gymnasium of Yudu County Vocational Secondary School. The route allowed participants to feel the hardship and greatness of the Red Army’s Long March, encouraging them to pursue a healthy lifestyle with practical actions.

Sports and Health Knowledge

The event also included a badminton exhibition match and health knowledge lectures. Players and audience alike appreciated the passion, skills, and sportsmanship demonstrated on the badminton court. Experts, including pharmacist Cao Li, Dr. Wen Bing, and Dr. Tao Jun, shared insights on health management, oral health, and the benefits of exercise, respectively.

Free Medical Clinic: Caring for Grassroots Health

A free clinic was held simultaneously, with experts providing professional treatment plans based on the patient’s condition. This gesture enhanced trust and understanding between doctors and patients.

Jiangxi’s Contribution to National Health Initiatives

As the birthplace of the Long March spirit, Yudu County took the opportunity to set off an upsurge in healthy living locally and became a vivid microcosm of the national promotion of building a healthy China. Jiangxi Province’s efforts to vigorously develop the pharmaceutical and health industry have supported the Healthy China strategy.

Everlasting Impact: A New Trend of Health Advocacy

The success of this series of activities has inspired localities to popularize health knowledge in innovative ways and improve the health literacy of the entire population. Yangtze River Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. continues to deepen the brand proposition of “health for everyone, health for everyone” and is committed to promoting the formation of a new trend of advocating health across the country.

Did you know?

• The Long March was a strategic retreat by theChinese Workers’ and Peasants’ Red Army, that lasted from October 1934 to October 1936.
• The march covered over 12,500 kilometers and is considered a significant event in the history of the Chinese Communist Party and the Second Sino-Japanese War.
• The spirit of the Long March, characterized by resilience, perseverance, and dedication, continues to inspire Chinese people today.

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