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Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee attends a press conference for his third policy address on October 16. Photo: Xinhua

Hongkongers to get faster, cheaper access to new medicines under improved system

Hospital Authority says doctors will no longer need to go through two-tier assessment and can apply directly to introduce new drugs from mid-November.

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Patients wait in line at the pharmacy at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Yau Ma Tei. Photo: Jelly Tse

Hong Kong to offer free HPV vaccinations to young women in cervical cancer fight

Two-year scheme aims to provide catch-up jabs for 190,000 people born between 2004 and 2008 who were left out of main vaccination round.

Hong Kong moves to restrict business use of medical terms such as ‘clinical’

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More than 55,000 estimated to battle depression yearly in Hong Kong: study

University of Hong Kong researchers also say average yearly cost of healthcare to treat these cases will amount to HK$2.5 billion.

Between 55,849 and 57,896 people are expected to live with depression annually from 2023 to 2032, according to the study. Photo: Shutterstock

HKUST reveals group of experts to boost bid for Hong Kong’s third medical school

Line-up includes former Hospital Authority chairman Edward Leong and Nobel Prize winner Roger Kornberg of Stanford University.

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Hong Kong’s Tung Chung left without water supply after pipe bursts

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Former jailed ringleader of Hong Kong’s Occupy movement reveals cancer battle

Cancer forced doctors to perform emergency surgery on Shiu Ka-chun and remove half of his stomach, with ex-lawmaker losing 15kg.

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Hong Kong’s public outpatient clinics to focus on serving vulnerable: health chief

Lo Chung-mau says those with chronic illnesses or mild diseases should turn to family doctors instead of Hospital Authority.

Patients wait to see a doctor a public outpatient clinic in Sai Wan Ho. Photo: Elson Li

Hong Kong foundation says home peritoneal dialysis a boon to kidney patients

Treatment allows Ng Yuk Mui, 65, earlier diagnosed with diabetes, to enjoy daily activities that would otherwise be regularly disrupted.

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Editorial | Covid case sends jabs reminder to Hong Kong parents

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Parents may feel children are too young to be vaccinated against Covid and flu. But there have long been childhood immunisation schemes against diseases for different age groups. Photo: Edmond So

Hong Kong public hospital gave patient 10 times prescribed sedative dose

Tuen Mun Hospital says patient monitored after injection and showed no abnormal reaction.

A committee has been established to investigate the root cause of the mix-up and suggest recommendations for improvements. Photo: Shutterstock

Editorial | Review of Hong Kong care homes system required after sexual abuse claims

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Hong Kong’s third medical school could adopt curriculum that widens recruitment

Health minister Lo Chung-mau says institution would likely focus on attracting those aiming for second degree and start with 50 students.

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology in Clear Water Bay. Photo: Photo: May Tse

Shady practices at Hong Kong pain relief, ‘bone-manipulating’ centres spotlighted

Just three convictions due to grey areas in adverts for pain-management services, official says.

Some centres do not state clearly whether their services are provided by professionals, a government official says. Photo: Shutterstock

What can diabetics do to lower risk of developing cancers common in Hong Kong?

University team finds keeping blood sugar levels below 7 per cent can cut certain cancer risks by 30 per cent.

Why are healthy Hong Kong infants still at risk of severe Covid infections?

Health authorities earlier urged public to get vaccinated after infant girl sent to paediatric intensive care unit with Covid infection.

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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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