Healthcare
CUHK study reveals effective prevention for preterm preeclampsia
CUHK study reveals effective prevention for preterm preeclampsia
Early screening has been shown to reduce risks of preterm preeclampsia by 41%.
HKBU develops more accurate way to inspect sulphur-treated food, Chinese herbal medicine
This approach uses tryptophan sulphonate.
AusMed and Merck collaborate on global diabetes care advancement
The partnership will streamline AusMed’s non-invasive breath ketone management system.
Hong Kong to establish centre for rare diseases in Hong Kong Children's Hospital
The upcoming facility will be located in the Hong Kong Children’s Hospital.
New cancer drugs added to HK’s drug formulary
Patients using these drugs will pay only standard fees.
University of Hong Kong adopts AI-driven reconstructive surgery
The procedure utilises a platform powered by a large multimodal model for medicine.
Gov’t establishes Primary Healthcare Commission
It will enhance coordination by reviewing outpatient services with the Hospital Authority.
CUHK identifies gut microbiome markers for autism spectrum disorder
Researchers discovered alterations in gut microbes across archaea, bacteria, fungi, and viruses.
Hong Kong appoints review committee for public hospital system management
The committee will offer recommendations within three months to ensure quality healthcare delivery.
BioMap secures HKIC funding to boost AI and biotech in Hong Kong
The startup is working on expanding its presence in the city.
Hong Kong launches new features in eHealth App
It will pilot cross-boundary health record and personal folder functions.
Restoring memories: Breakthroughs in treating dementia
Latest discoveries revealed at 4th Asia Summit on Global Health give patients hope.
HK targets global medical hub status with new initiatives
The city has set up 16 life and health R&D centers as part of its InnoHK initiative.
Possible ban on flavoured cigarettes will not affect tourism: gov’t
Authorities emphasise that Hong Kong visitors go to the city not to smoke.
Govt to roll out new tobacco control measures
The government will also add more no-smoking areas.
GUTolution’s custom probiotics address unique gut health needs
The start-up uses shotgun metagenomic sequencing to analyse a person’s gut microbiome.
Gov't creates office for medical products regulation planning
The body will review existing laws for possible amendments.
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