China sent more than a dozen doctors to give free treatment to locals in a southern Lebanese village. This is the 18th consecutive visit by doctors to Lebanon. The group also gave local clinics free medicine and medical equipment. In return, local officials gave the Chinese doctors souvenirs in recognition of their aid to villagers. (Photo by Li Xiao)

Dr Xiao Shenglun checks the ears of a villager with impaired hearing. The 85-year-old patient found that his hearing improved after the 20-minute examination. (Photo by Li Xiao)

A villager who suffered from spinal pain for over 20 years receives a Chinese massage. He also got free medicine afterwards. “The care I received today is very heart-warming,” the villager said. “Thank you so much, doctors from China.” (Photo by Li Xiao)