Officials unveil the name plate of the People's Hospital of Rugao as the affiliated hospital of Nantong University. [Photo/WeChat account: rugaofabu]

The People's Hospital of Rugao was recently approved as an affiliated hospital of Nantong University.

According to a cooperation agreement signed on May 12, the two sides will help each other in teaching students, scientific research and innovation by introducing new technologies, medical equipment and treatment methods, and facilitating communication on research subjects.

Gao Feng, director of the publicity department of the China Communist Party Rugao committee, thanked the Nantong government and Nantong University for their support in Rugao's medical and health development.

He said the partnership will be a great opportunity for the Rugao hospital to improve its comprehensive strength and provide better medical services for locals.