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Hongkongers live longer than anyone else. Photo: Eugene Lee

Why it may be time for scientists to focus on keeping people healthy for longer

A study concluded that lifespans will not be getting much longer – even in Hong Kong, which has the world’s longest-living population.

A study concluded that lifespans will not be getting much longer – even in Hong Kong, which has the world’s longest-living population

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Woman urgently needs lung transplant in Hong Kong after pregnancy complications

Hong Kong cyclist, 68, crashes after suspected heart attack

Hongkongers need more education about ‘silent disease’ osteoporosis: expert

HKU-developed screening software finds 29.4 per cent of 5,771 interviewees above age of 50 at ‘high risk’ of developing bone disease.

The condition makes bones more fragile and increases the risk of fractures. Photo: Edmond So

12 more Hong Kong patients found to have infection linked to freshwater fish

Five men and seven women, aged between 49 and 97, test positive for ST 283 strain of potentially deadly Group B Streptococcus infection.

Eye doctor injured in alleged attack at Hong Kong public hospital

Doctor at Pok Oi Hospital allegedly attacked during consultation, sustaining injuries to ear, head and neck.

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Explainer | After Hong Kong boy with asthma dies, here’s what parents should know

The Post looks at how asthma affects children after death of four-year-old, whose mother gave him herbal pills without prescription.

Research shows childhood asthma is more common among pre-pubescent boys, while asthma in adults is more prevalent among women. Photo: Shutterstock

2 Hong Kong hospital staff accused of ill-treating girl, 5, granted bail

Registered nurse Cheung Tin-wing, 26, and patient care assistant Wan Mei-kwan, 62, not required to enter plea at this stage.

Hong Kong doctor accused of making sexual jokes to nurses cleared of misconduct

Medical Council finds gynaecologist Dr Stephen Suen not guilty of professional misconduct, but notes ‘unbecoming’ culture at clinic.

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Ultrasound cancer treatment, supported by Li Ka-shing, gains traction in Asia

Focused ultrasound, backed by Li Ka-shing, is emerging as a non-invasive, commercially viable cancer treatment, attracting significant investments.

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Neal Kassell, a neurosurgeon, is the founder and chairman of US-based Focused Ultrasound Foundation. Photo: Sun Yeung

Experts sound alarm as social isolation grows among Hong Kong elderly

Study finds proportion of people aged 65 and above experiencing social isolation hit 53 per cent in 2023-24, up from 41.2 per cent in 2017-18.

Granny Yeung is among a growing number of elderly residents experiencing social isolation. Photo: Edmond So

2 workers charged in case of Hong Kong girl, 4, whose heart stopped in procedure

Women, aged 26 and 62, face one count of ill-treatment or neglect by those in charge of a child or young person.

Editorial | Drugs from bugs right medicine for Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong research facility owned by Chinese University seeks to treat depression, autism and dementia through use of bacteria.

Editorial | Seize the opportunity to get that Hong Kong flu jab now

As peak season approaches, city doctors warn that the sometimes fatal virus targets not only high-risk individuals but also healthy adults.

Many people will shrug off influenza risks after years of pandemic pressure, but some high-risk individuals and even healthy adults may develop severe or fatal complications from flu, health experts warn. Photo: Shutterstock

Hong Kong’s advanced materials institute eyes bay area presence

Non-profit institute sees opportunities in licensing its technology to generate income to fund new equipment and facilities, CEO Fung says.

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‘The priority is to commercialise our technology for local applications,’ NAMI CEO Andy Fung says. Photo: Handout

Hong Kong public hospitals to have 300 non-locally trained doctors by end of year

Hospital Authority meet with counterparts in Macau and mainland China to bring in more doctors under healthcare professionals exchange plan.

Hongkongers urged to get flu jabs ahead of predicted case surge when mercury dips

Hospital Authority to launch seasonal influenza vaccination programmes this week, including school and care home outreach projects.

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Fewer than 33% of Hong Kong secondary pupils will seek help when distressed: poll

Nearly half of 826 pupils polled by Chinese YMCA say they ‘would not necessarily’ seek help, while more than 20 per cent ‘would not seek help at all’.

Chinese YMCA’s poll of over 800 secondary pupils shows less than a third will seek help for mental health problems. Photo: Elson Li

Hong Kong team seeks patients to test AI tool targeting potentially fatal disease

‘P-Cardiac’ uses Asia’s largest patient records database to check risk of developing cardiovascular disease, among top causes of death in city.

Are ox gallstones the new gold in Hong Kong? US report uncovers rising demand

Ox gallstone is main ingredient in Chinese medicine pill, but chances of finding one in a bovine gallbladder are about one in 500 to 1,000.

1 more death, 30 new Hong Kong cases tied to outbreak of fish-linked infection

More patients have tested positive for ST283 strain after being admitted to hospital with Group B Streptococcus infections.

People have been urged to wear gloves when handling raw freshwater fish. Photo: Jelly Tse

University of Hong Kong opens first clinical trials centre with private hospital

Collaboration with Gleneagles will make use of university’s ‘100 years of experience’ in research, medical school dean says.

Medical school dean Wallace Lau (centre) and Gleneagles CEO Kenneth Tsang (far right) at the opening of the centre. Photo: Elson Li

Explainer | How does Hong Kong handle psychiatric patients?

Experts explain circumstances under which psychiatric patients are required be hospitalised or can be discharged.

Hong Kong schools need more diagnostic help in suicide prevention system: experts

Calls to streamline procedures under three-tier system follow city leader’s push for improvements.

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Explainer | How did bedbugs end up in Hong Kong hospital and how can we avoid infestations?

With bedbugs found in a ward of Kwai Chung Hospital, a pest control expert explains the best way to tackle the insects.

Bedbugs are usually found in mattresses, cracks in bedframes, upholstery, chairs and sofas. Photo: Rachel Cheung

Hong Kong freshwater fish farms log 30% drop in business amid infection fears

Group B Streptococcus cases linked to raw freshwater fish prompt some diners to change habits, as local suppliers worry over business impact.

A fish farm in Hong Kong’s Mai Po. Health authorities are also in contact with officials in mainland China about the outbreak. Photo: Eugene Lee

‘Hong Kong’s Dr Fauci’ on weathering Sars and Covid-19

Yuen Kwok-yung had an impoverished childhood, but went on to become world-changing infectious-disease scholar

Hong Kong hospital battling bedbug infestation; 4 patients with suspected bites

Kwai Chung Hospital says it is investigating and has disinfected ward after finding bedbugs in at least 10 beds.

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Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals
Latest news and updates on healthcare and hospitals in Hong Kong, including medical issues, the impact of the city's ageing population, coronavirus pandemic and seasonal influenza outbreaks on the health system.
last updated:
23 September, 2024
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