Healthcare
Hong Kong to amend complaint system ahead of new medical reform bill
Hong Kong to amend complaint system ahead of new medical reform bill
Legislative changes are scheduled for the first half of the year.
HA rolls out Phase II of community health training programme
The five-year project will train primary healthcare personnel on the Mainland.
HK launches CMHHK amidst traditional medicine growth
The launch pairs a new hospital with standards-setting and research support.
First Chinese Medicine Hospital begins services in Hong Kong
Government-subsidised outpatient appointments will be increased.
Nearly 60% of Hongkongers delay medical care, report finds
Cost and lack of information contribute to hesitancy
Hong Kong plans wider primary-care network in reform push
Health centres will offer screening, health checks, and chronic-disease management.
Cellmeric targets 80% cut in cell-based cancer treatment costs
Its tech avoids unwanted DNA mutations and removes costly safety tests.
Hong Kong medical costs to rise 9.9% in 2026
The report identified the introduction of new medical technologies (77%) as the most significant cost driver.
RT HealthTech turns lab robotics into affordable exosuits
It aims to bring assistive technology to everyday users.
Menstrual blood not reliable for cervical screening, Health dep’t says
The DH stressed that all screening methods have their limitations.
Hong Kong’s first Chinese Medicine hospital to begin services in December
It is expected to provide full inpatient services by the end of 2030.
Health Bureau to launch schemes promoting eHealth adoption
This includes a monthly subsidy of $500 per registered doctor for private HCPs.
New regulatory regime for clinics and SPCs now in effect
The DH is now accepting clinic licence and exemption applications.
Hong Kong moves forward with Chinese Medicine Development Blueprint
The blueprint will be published by the end of the year.
Gov’t says no link between paracetamol use in pregnancy and autism
The statement was issued in response to a media enquiry about acetaminophen use.
QHMS opens flagship clinic in Hong Kong’s Central
Every element—from lighting to textures—was considered for its anxiety-reducing effect.
HK to strengthen primary healthcare, deepen system reforms
The Government will introduce a bill next year to support these measures.
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