Healthcare
HK records 35,373 new cancer cases in 2022
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.
2024 Policy Address: HK outlines measures for better healthcare
One key area is to strengthen primary healthcare and improve public services.
Hong Kong patients seek faster, cheaper care in Mainland China
Rising costs and long waits drive Hongkongers to Mainland China.
Government updates preservatives and antioxidants standards
The amended regulation brought the total permitted preservatives and antioxidants to 58.
HK and Macau conduct drill for cross-boundary ambulances scheme
The pilot scheme's next phase will be considered upon operational experience.
The government, in collaboration with Macau, has conducted a drill for...
eHealth app to be applicable at 3 GBA hospitals
This will commence on 30 September.
University of Hong Kong to operate clinical trial hub in Q4
It will serve as a one-stop clinical trial development platform.
HA names new chief for Bradbury Hospice, Cheshire Home, and Shatin Hospital
Ada Yu is currently the chief manager at the New Territories East Cluster.
The Hospital Authority (HA) has appointed Dr. Ada Yu as the hospital chief...
HK University introduces AI-powered tool for heart disease prediction
P-CARDIAC’s effectiveness will be evaluated in the HEARTWISE study.
Hong Kong halts poultry eggs import from India
This is due to the H5N1 avian influenza outbreak in Puri District.
Lead found in 11 ceramic tableware models, within safety limits
The levels are below the upper limits stipulated by international and mainland standards.
PolyU and Suzhou Kowloon Hospital to develop medical innovation platform
Key areas of the partnership include medical engineering, AI, and biomedical technology.
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