Healthy understandings

Women can better fight disease if they know more about their bodies

'Cure sometimes. Treat often. Comfort always." This renowned quote in the medical field has been embraced as a standard for practice by countless healthcare professionals worldwide for decades.

However, Tan Xianjie, a Chinese doctor with more than 30 years of experience, has added a new phrase: "Educate forever".

The gynecologist at the prestigious Peking Union Medical College Hospital usually sees patients and performs surgical procedures during the day. However, in his free time, he dedicates himself to sharing with the public scientific knowledge related to women's health conditions. He explains medical processes in books, offers advice on social media and tells doctor-patient stories on TV programs.