TWO local leading public hospitals signed agreements with Minhang District yesterday to set up health groups to improve medical capability in the district and to allow residents to receive a localized high-quality health service.

Zhongshan Hospital will supervise and support Minhang District Central Hospital to improve its clinical and research ability, while a further eight neighborhood health centers will also be included into the health group to offer services to residents.

Meanwhile, Longhua Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital will set up a new traditional Chinese medicine branch in Minhang’s Qibao area.