Healthcare

AstraZeneca, HKUST sign MoU on life sciences R&D

AstraZeneca, HKUST sign MoU on life sciences R&D

The two will apply AI and machine learning to the life sciences.
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First Women Wellness Satellite opens in Chai Wan on 12 June

It includes consultation rooms and health assessment areas, and a health education space.

Probioverse eyes US$10m funding for wearables on gut care

It is also partnering with probiotic makers that target specific organ health.

Gov’t to roll out licensing regime for clinics and SPCs

Clinics operating as of 30 November 2018 have until 13 April next year to apply for a licence.

Gov’t launches dental scheme for underprivileged patients

Each service user can apply for subsidised dental services once every 180 days.

DKSH, INFItech to deliver brain health supplements in Hong Kong and Macau

DKSH will provide promotion, distribution, logistics, and after-sales support.

New healthcare institute formed to develop clinical guidelines

IMACE will facilitate data and case collection for detailed clinical practice reviews.

Gov’t prepares to build third medical school

It will be located in the Northern Metropolis University Town.

EHCV extends to 12 additional GBA medical institutions

Chinese medicine hospitals will also be included.

Suspected hacking reported at Kwai Tsing District Health Centre

Compromised data may include names and membership numbers.

Gov’t proposes new tobacco control bill

10 short-term measures were introduced, with eight requiring amendments to existing laws.

Public healthcare fee hike to take effect on 1 January 2026

The $400 A&E fee and regularised refund arrangements will also take effect.

OHKF proposes six policies to improve senior living in Hong Kong

The recommendations follow its latest eldercare policy research report.

HK, Lucence collaborate for early lung cancer detection

Lung cancer was the most common cancer in Hong Kong.

Three non-locally trained dentists start practice at gov't clinics

The three dentists have practised in the Mainland, the UK, and Australia.

18 strategic firms to establish HQs in Hong Kong

These firms span sectors such as advanced manufacturing and new energy technology.