China's First Heavy Ion Wellness Town Officially Launched​

On September 26, China’s Heavy Ion Wellness Town officially launched operations in Wuwei.​​This milestone not only signals the emergence of a new landmark in China’s wellness industry but also embodies an innovative model—“heavy ion technology as the core, multi-dimensional integration as the wings”—that deeply aligns with Wuwei’s development framework of “two leading engines driving progress, five key growth areas sparking vitality.”It reinforces a new cornerstone for high-quality development of the city’s medical and wellness sectors, while contributing a distinct “Wuwei solution” to the rollout of the ​​Healthy China​​ initiative through industrial innovation.

As China’s first specialized wellness base centered on heavy ion technology, the town spans 2,865 mu (≈1,910 acres) and has a planned construction area of 338,000 square meters.​​ Building on the profound technical expertise of the Wuwei Heavy Ion Center (affiliated with Gansu Wuwei Cancer Hospital), it has now established a ​​full-chain wellness service matrix​​ integrating heavy ion therapy, rehabilitation, health check-ups, cultural tourism convalescence, and staff recuperation. It is currently striving to develop a ​​National 4A-level Tourist Attraction​​.

Notably, equipped with ​​China’s first domestically developed heavy ion therapy system​​, the town organically combines cutting-edge medical technology with inclusive wellness services. Additionally, it has innovatively launched a ​​"three-pronged" service system​​ to erect a comprehensive health defense line for public well-being.

​President Ye Yancheng of Gansu Wuwei Cancer Hospital Delivers a Welcome Speech​

Zhang Guofeng of China Life Insurance Co., Ltd. Wuwei Branch Delivers a Speech​

The "three-pronged" service system has become the town’s ​​core competitive edge​​:

•​​First​​, anchored by the "10S" mind-body sleep therapy, it employs multi-dimensional interventions—soft lighting, calming sleep-inducing music, and targeted dietary regimens—to enhance sleep quality.

•​​Second​​, built on personalized customized physical exams, it offers tailored packages that include complimentary sleep therapy, premium accommodation, and cultural tourism experiences.

•​​Third​​, supported by comprehensive, whole-life cycle wellness management, it integrates diverse services such as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) therapy, mind-body wellness, and rural cultural therapy to safeguard health across one’s entire lifespan.

In terms of functional layout, the town has established a ​​five-in-one wellness system​​ covering medical care, wellness, culture, tourism, and research. It features specialized functional zones such as:

•The Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) & Tibetan Medicine Wellness, Physical Check-up, and Therapy Center;

•The Mind-Body Sleep Center;

•The East Fence Rural Therapy Zone;

•The Folk Culture Exhibition Hall.

•Meanwhile, it is coordinately advancing the construction of a ​​cell therapy hospital​​ and offering cell storage and treatment services.

•For accommodation, the town provides ​​multi-level lodging options​​—including home-style apartments, expert duplexes, wellness courtyard residences, and wellness hotels—capable of housing over 600 convalescents and resters simultaneously.

Notably, the town has innovatively launched a ​​"migratory elderly care" model​​, enabling seniors to relocate seasonally and access wellness services in different locations. Meanwhile, it is fostering a ​​health industry transformation cluster​​ centered on "medical devices, health beverages, and charity-driven creative products," achieving deep integration of technology empowerment with full-chain strategic deployment.

​​Looking ahead, the China Heavy Ion Wellness Town aims to establish itself as a top-tier national wellness benchmark.​​ It will continuously unlock the synergistic effects of integrating heavy ion technology with diversified industries—​​not only delivering higher-quality health care to the public, but also harnessing the strength of its industrial cluster to accelerate the "engine" of Wuwei’s life and health sector.​​ This will provide a solid health industry foundation to support the city’s development pattern of "two leading engines driving progress, five key growth areas sparking vitality,"and export Wuwei’s experience in integrated medical-wellness development to the nation.

Preliminary Review: Zhang Jie

Final Review: Ma Shuqian