In the sun-drenched islands of Zanzibar, where ultraviolet rays hit hard 🕶️, one Chinese doctor is rewriting destinies — one cataract surgery at a time. Dr. Dong Lili, part of the 32nd China Medical Team dispatched to Tanzania, has become a real-life superhero for over 600 patients who’ve regained their sight under her care since October 2022.
💡 Why it matters: Cataracts are alarmingly common here due to intense sunlight exposure. Many residents spend years trapped in blurry darkness, unable to work or care for families. Dr. Dong’s mission? Break the cycle. \"When the bandages come off and they see their loved ones again… that’s my greatest reward,\" she shares.
🌍 Silk Road Connection: This isn’t just medical aid — it’s modern-day Silk Road magic. China’s health teams have worked in Tanzania since the 1960s, strengthening bonds between Asia and Africa. Think of it as friendship with stethoscopes and surgical masks.
📖 Human Story: Meet 72-year-old Mama Aisha, who danced after her surgery: \"I can see my grandchildren’s smiles again!\" Stories like hers fuel Dr. Dong’s marathon surgeries, sometimes lasting 10+ hours.
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