Khanh Hoa, March 15 -- For nearly two decades, the charity kitchen "Hieu va Thuong" (Understanding and Compassion) at the Ninh Thuan General Hospital, Khanh Hoa province, has kept its fires burning daily, providing free meals for poor patients and their relatives.

From this modest kitchen, hundreds of meals prepared with dedication by cooks, assistants and volunteers have helped ease the burden on disadvantaged families, offering not only food but also encouragement during difficult times.

Established nearly 20 years ago, the kitchen was initiated by the hospital's leadership after witnessing the hardships faced by many low-income patients struggling with treatment costs and daily expenses. A small corner of the hospital grounds was set...