Healthcare
HA appoints members to new reform committee
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.
CUHK introduces non-invasive test for gastrointestinal inflammation
The invention can effectively differentiate common chronic gut disorders.
Health Department approves VELSIPITY for severe ulcers
The number of UC patients in China is projected to double by 2030.
Gov't cuts quarantine period for cats and dogs imported from Macau
The quarantine period will be shortened to 30 days, from the current 120 days.
Hong Kong pharmaceutical market to be valued at $23.4b by 2028
However, competition from neighbouring markets poses downside risks.
Allegrow Biotech engineers technology to activate immune cells
The startup’s invention can be used to treat and potentially cure diseases like cancer.
Hospital Authority to establish committee for governance, and structural reforms
The HA will focus on governance, accountability, and safety culture.
Gov't opens GBA International Clinical Trial Institute in Shenzhen Park
It will serve as a one-stop support platform for medical research institutions.
Hospital Authority and ZOC-SYSU partner to enhance ophthalmology services
The agreement includes a framework for exchange meetings and training initiatives.
HK records 35,373 new cancer cases in 2022
Lung cancer remained the most common with 5,707 cases.
Braillic’s AR tech helps brain surgeons see through the walls
The medical software provider plans to expand its use to spinal and orthopaedic procedures.
PolyU, GCBCOA launches Electronic Painting for Breast Cancer
Through EPBC, patients reported enhanced emotional well-being.
Gov’t expands 1+ drug approval mechanism
Vaccines and advanced therapy products can now be registered in HK.
Gov't to roll out expanded elderly aid scheme in 2025
Tung Wah Group of Hospitals also launched a 24-hour hotline for carer support.
2024 Policy Address: HK to be hub for health innovation
It will also engage with Shenzhen to collaborate on clinical trials.
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