Healthcare
HK, Mainland boost medical cooperation
HK, Mainland boost medical cooperation
Health Secretary Lo put forward HK’s efforts on medical innovation amongst others.
Only one out of 10 Gen Z’s are in good mental shape – Survey
Around 71% reported feeling lonely, and 80% struggled with negative body image issues.
Revolutionising the Way We Treat Diseases: The Promise of mRNA Technology
Hong Kong has the potential to become a global center of medical research, driven by its commitment to providing world-class care for its citizens.
SG RNA tech firm completes $390m Series D funding; applies for HKEX
Mirxes creates diagnostic solutions to early detect diseases.
Committee for care home manpower formed
It will be chaired by Dr. Lam Ching-choi.
Gov’t reviews criteria for approving elderly healthcare voucher scheme
It will soon accept applications from Mainland hospitals.
Hong Kong SMEs deprioritising employee health and wellbeing in push for on-site work: survey
A new study showed employers are expecting less WFH setups.
HK reducing misuse of sick leave notes with digital certificate
Experts advise employers to ensure proper data storage in response to the development.
Health response lowered to alert level: gov’t
It took the WHO’s advice for the epidemic situation.
A peek into Hong Kong’s healthcare balance sheet
Chief Executive John Lee revealed developments in research and biotech funding.
Gov't to provide $90b to boost healthcare services
It would also put forward its Primary Healthcare Blueprint to improve Hong Kong's health status.
OUE Lippo Healthcare, CUHK to operate the international medical centre
Prince Bay Hospital is seen to be commissioned in 2024 with over 200 beds.
Eligible HK elderly may use voucher for outpatient service fees
The voucher may be used to pay for services at Huawei CHC.
Advanced gynaecological cancer treatment centre opened in Gleneagles Hospital
The centre has surgical technologies and robotic systems.
What healthcare services do GBA travellers seek from HK?
GBA travellers go to HK due to treatments not being available in Mainland China.
Hong Kong puts in place safeguards for outside talent
Healthcare talents will face a rigorous assessment and on-the-job evaluation.
Hospital Authority to form committee on reviewing public hospital policies
The hospital authority will invite experts to improve policy direction in hospitals.
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