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iFLYTEK - Xunfei Healthcare opens HK office
iFLYTEK - Xunfei Healthcare opens HK office
The office will help boost local AI and model development.
Transitional Chinese medicine registration system to end on 30 June
The CMCHK has finalised the transition to formal pCm registrations.
Stricter regulation, compensation fund sought for healthcare providers
Trust accounts could also protect consumers from clinics that go under.
Eight in 10 vitiligo patients lack understanding of treatment options
The report also found that 78% were unfamiliar with medication efficacy.
HKBU, Elsevier find global growth in Chinese medicine research
Chinese medicine research rose at a CAGR of 10.6%.
AstraZeneca, HKUST sign MoU on life sciences R&D
The two will apply AI and machine learning to the life sciences.
First Women Wellness Satellite opens in Chai Wan on 12 June
It includes consultation rooms and health assessment areas, and a health education space.
Probioverse eyes US$10m funding for wearables on gut care
It is also partnering with probiotic makers that target specific organ health.
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.
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.
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