Healthcare
Probioverse eyes US$10m funding for wearables on gut care
Probioverse eyes US$10m funding for wearables on gut care
It is also partnering with probiotic makers that target specific organ health.
4 days ago
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.
5 days ago
Singapore-headquartered biotech firm Mirxes launches Hong Kong IPO
The group expects to raise $1.08b.
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.
Hong Kong launches eHealth app feature for radiology report access
Users can view the reports on the app 14 days after they are released.
Tobacco control measures won’t affect tourism sector: gov’t
This is in response to an "inaccurate" report which quoted remarks on alternative smoking products.
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