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Elizabeth Cheung
Correspondent, Hong Kong
Elizabeth Cheung has been reporting on health for the Post's Hong Kong desk since 2014. She covers general medical news, breakthrough medical treatments and research, government policy and hospital blunders. Elizabeth has a master's in development studies.
Elizabeth Cheung has been reporting on health for the Post's Hong Kong desk since 2014. She covers general medical news, breakthrough medical treatments and research, government policy and hospital blunders. Elizabeth has a master's in development studies.
Areas of Expertise:
Healthcare in Hong Kong, medical research, food safety Languages Spoken:
English, Mandarin, Cantonese
Scientist who pioneered non-invasive prenatal testing credits success to his team and is focused on challenges as CUHK president.
Paediatrician warns Hong Kong’s summer flu season has yet to peak, with cases showing no sign of decline, following first child death this year.
Advance Decision on Life-sustaining Treatment Ordinance provides clearer protection and removes legal uncertainty for patients and doctors.
Tsang Wai-bong and Kwan Pui-sin argue son should not be taken away from them because of their stance against vaccinations and prenatal check-ups.
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The SCMP explores family rights under the law and what happens to healthcare professionals who fail to comply with end-of-life directives.
Greenfield Book Store was one of two shops raided earlier this month over staff allegedly performing acts with seditious intent.
Authorities say they were alerted at around 4.30am to blaze at home in Ling Shan Tsuen in Fanling.
Airline says higher passenger and cargo fuel surcharges will take effect on August 1, following brief period of declines.
Arrest made at shop used to advertise mainland clinic’s services, with promotional slogans prominently displayed.
New liquid biopsies aim to deliver simpler, more accurate cancer detection by analysing DNA fragment size in blood samples.
Formal legal framework will empower Hongkongers to specify in advance which life-sustaining treatments they wish to refuse when terminally ill.
Hospital Authority’s Doris Tse says Advance Decision on Life-sustaining Treatment Ordinance ‘milestone for Hong Kong’s end-of-life care’.
The SCMP looks into rules governing treatments after rare fertility clinic blunder triggers investigations by authorities.
Panel speakers at China Conference say city’s AI blueprint should not be too broad and harness urban development, healthcare and finance capabilities.
Public hospitals to offer one-stop antenatal services after integration from maternal health centres as part of two-phase plan starting on Monday.
Man found naked and unconscious in Mong Kok flat, later pronounced dead, as police seize drugs and launch murder probe.
From art therapy to counselling, psychological support and palliative care improve quality of life and treatment outcomes, experts say.
New liquid biopsies aim to deliver simpler, more accurate cancer detection by analysing DNA fragment size in blood samples.
Breast cancer is the driving force behind women’s cancer cases surpassing men’s in the city since 2020, with lifestyle changes a possible key factor.
A 20 per cent rise in lung cancer cases among Hong Kong women prompts calls for wider screening, with genetics and cooking fumes cited as key risks.
Emperor Cinemas shuts down its MOSTown shopping centre theatre on Monday, saying vouchers and coupons still valid at other branches.
But those who do seek treatment at clinics find it difficult to secure an appointment, with multiple calls and long waits.
Government unveils Hong Kong Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan, which sets out strategies for the next 10 years.
Chief Executive John Lee also pledges to strengthen I&T development and align with nation’s 15th five-year plan.
Scientist Aya El Helali says research speeds up cancer treatment discovery and helps the city bridge mainland China with global drug development.
Hong Kong government’s office in Beijing provides advice and assistance in accordance with wishes of victim’s family.
Home affairs minister Alice Mak says government intervening for first time on record in residential estate’s affairs.
Four knife-wielding men stole Japanese currency worth nearly HK$50 million before fleeing scene, police say.
