Healthcare
Hong Kong applies tax deduction for assisted reproductive services
Hong Kong applies tax deduction for assisted reproductive services
The maximum deduction allowable for a year of assessment is $100,000.
2 days ago
Hong Kong to establish health research and application centre
This was announced during the 2025-2026 Budget.
6 days ago
HKIC, New Frontier Group partner to drive GBA medical innovation
One of the key focuses is fostering AI-driven healthcare technologies.
Waterpipe tobacco won't be banned: Health bureau
This was in response to a report which claimed that the government is considering a ban.
Nearly 15% of HK adults lag in physical activity: report
However, the health department noted an improvement in inactivity levels compared to 2020-22.
Hospital Authority begins recruitment for new chief executive
The initiative follows Dr Tony Ko's decision not to seek reappointment when his term ends in July.
Gov’t to streamline approval of traditional Chinese medicines for oral use
It will apply to traditional pCms used in Hong Kong for more than 15 years.
Hong Kong launches new dedicated nurse clinic, allied health services
These form part of its Chronic Disease Co-Care Pilot Scheme.
Hong Kong eyes medical innovation with new key initiatives
One goal is to create a ‘GBA Clinical Trial Collaboration Platform’.
New dental registration rules to take effect in April
Starting 1 April, local dental graduates must complete a one-year internship with provisional registration.
Radiographers, med techs to accept referrals from Chinese medicine practitioners
The Health Bureau aims to amend the current ordinance
PolyU researchers develop self-stimulated mechanism for ejecting freezing droplets
This requires no external energy input and can work against gravity and wind.
Gleneagles HK and Varian partner to promote radiation oncology training
The collaboration has progressed with the establishment of a new training centre.
Lab reports now available in eHealth app
This allows users to access their records anytime.
HA appoints members to new reform committee
The committee will be chaired by Henry Fan Hung-ling.
Health Bureau considers merging Hong Kong Island Hospital Services
Under one cluster, hospitals treating acute and complex illnesses would be retained.
Hong Kong seeks prescription for nursing shortage
The city must improve working conditions and offer nurses better pay.
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