Despite living in the modern world with outstanding medical technology, modern city dwellers are facing fierce health challenges from time to time. Imbalance nutrition due to busy life, the lack of exercise, plus the ever-changing viruses and bacterias contributed to such a situation. That is why the number of patients in the hospital seems to increase steadily. We all dislike being hospitalized, yet it is hard to avoid when undergoing serious sickness that no one can predict. One’s support will makes the patient’s day when they are in the hospital resting and recovering. If you are considering getting a gift for your loved one lying on the hospital bed, be sure to read our guide below.
Gift Recommendation for Patient Visiting
It is hard for us to see our loved ones being tortured by sickness. And always bear in mind that, your mere showing up in front of their bed is already a way to cheer them up. Of course, some thoughtful gifts can further brighten up their day in the hospital:
1.Flower Bouquets
Do you know that positivity is a key to speed up recovery? Flowers are pure magic themselves. They have the power to make anyone smile just by looking at their colorful and lively appearance. Your family or friend who is currently recovering from any sickness will be undoubtedly feeling a little down while undergoing the recovering procedure. A fresh bouquet has the magic to lift their mood so that all the medicine and recovery treatments can work their best! When picking the flowers, we recommend flowers of soft yet bright colors to reduce any visual discomfort. Sunflowers, tulips, carnations, calla lilies, and platycodon would be considerable recommendations.
Be careful and avoid flowers that are rich in pollen, such as lilies or flowers of stronger scents. Be extra careful if your recipient has any allergic issues.
Related:The Best Types of Flowers for Your Health and Wellbeing
2. Fruit Basket
Similar to flower bouquets, the lively colorful fresh fruits can cast a magical happy spell on patients. Not only are they visually appealing, but they are also fully packed with nutrients and vitamins that can boost one’s immunity system and facilitate a quicker recovery. We recommend seeking advice from doctors before picking fruits.
In addition to traditional fruit baskets, you may also consider gift hampers that combine fruits with flower bouquets, fruits with a dessert gift set, or fruits with health strengthening food products. Kindly remember to seek advice from doctors first when considering any health food products!
3. Personal Hygiene Goods
Personal hygiene is always the most important thing regardless of whether you are in the hospital or out of it. Although the hospital is the place that cures sickness, it is also the warm bed for germs and viruses. Therefore, it might be a good idea to show up for your family and friends with a gift set of personal hygiene products. Pick gift sets that consist of a high-quality surgical mask, alcohol gel and spray, and a box of hand cream for nourishment. There is also a gift set that includes healthy snacks to calm the craving nerve of your loved ones.
Got some ideas after reading our recommendations? Never forget that your caring gesture is already a great source of strength and comfort to patients. We wish everyone good health and may all the patients recover fast and well!
This is a Hong Kong GGB original 'Gift Guide to Patient Visiting' blogpost.