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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.
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Crime in Hong Kong
Mothers more likely than fathers to kill their children in Hong Kong: study
Two-thirds of filicide cases in city over 15-year period involved mothers, with many linked to mental illness.
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Education in Hong Kong
Universities competing to open Hong Kong’s third medical school meet officials
3 May 2025 - 10:50PM
Hong Kong
458 complaints involving HK$2.7 million filed with Hong Kong watchdog over clinic
3 May 2025 - 9:12PM
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What to know about prepaid jab packages in Hong Kong amid clinic closure fears
The Post looks at why parents are turning to private clinics for inoculating their children and paying hefty sums for jab packages.
2 May 2025 - 8:39PM
Consumer protection in Hong Kong
469 complaints and reports lodged over suspected closure of Hong Kong clinic
Customers of Alliance Medical Group, which offers services including vaccinations for children, shocked to discover clinics shut without warning.
2 May 2025 - 11:50PM
Letters
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Government should get it right. Optometry comes under primary care
Readers discuss health legislation, and why the Hong Kong government must prioritise the recovery of pandemic-era loans.
2 May 2025 - 11:30AM
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Hong Kong
Popular Hong Kong clinic chain in hot water amid suspected closure
Many customers outraged after prepaying thousands for their children’s vaccinations at clinics under Alliance Medical Group.
2 May 2025 - 12:07AM
Biomedicine: Companies
Shanghai start-up United InnoMed plans studies to develop heart-failure treatment device
Company raised US$20 million of fresh capital last month from investors including existing backer Lilly Asia Ventures.
2 May 2025 - 2:28PM
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Hong Kong society
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Is acupuncture safe in Hong Kong, and how to avoid ‘flesh-eating infection’?
The Post examines the case of a man who had to amputate his leg after traditional Chinese medicine treatment and seeks answers from experts.
30 Apr 2025 - 6:43PM
Hong Kong
Exam time: Hong Kong medical school bids under microscope this week
Sources say government task group will meet contenders to hear more about their proposals, as universities continue to flex muscles in public.
30 Apr 2025 - 9:55AM
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong’s Li Ka-shing appears in person for first time since ports deal
Elderly founder of CK Hutchison visits hospital to see demonstration of cutting-edge device donated by Li Ka Shing Foundation.
30 Apr 2025 - 12:28PM
Coronavirus Hong Kong
Hong Kong health experts urge older residents to get Covid jab amid fatalities
City records 10 Covid-related deaths in a month, while fewer than 100,000 vaccine doses given to those aged 50 and above over past year.
29 Apr 2025 - 11:36PM
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Hong Kong
Hong Kong man suffers ‘flesh-eating infection’ after acupuncture, leg amputated
Patient, 47, sprained his back while lifting heavy objects before seeking traditional Chinese medicine treatment, investigations show.
30 Apr 2025 - 3:23PM
Hong Kong
Hong Kong bars urge regulation rather than ban on flavoured shisha products
Industry representatives say customers only enjoy shisha because of flavours and already struggling bars will suffer if blanket ban goes ahead.
28 Apr 2025 - 7:39PM
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Disease
Hong Kong team says discovery offers new hope for treating Huntington’s disease
Discovery of new underlying mechanism opens up possibilities for developing medication, researchers at Chinese University of Hong Kong say.
28 Apr 2025 - 6:25PM
Hong Kong environmental issues
Letters
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After a year’s delay, Hong Kong is ready to roll out waste charging
Readers discuss the favourable conditions for implementing waste charging, the addictive nature of gaming, and making medical care more comfortable.
28 Apr 2025 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong society
Why are Hong Kong’s elderly slow to accept subsidised mainland care home spaces?
City’s ageing population prompts government to introduce raft of measures to encourage more elderly residents to move across the border.
28 Apr 2025 - 10:28AM
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Smoking and vaping
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How the coming new anti-smoking measures in Hong Kong will affect you
Government reveals more details on eight of 10 tobacco control measures in amended bill, including coming ban on alternative smoking products.
26 Apr 2025 - 6:15PM
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Hong Kong tourism
Hong Kong’s new tobacco control measures won’t affect tourists: official
Deputy Secretary for Health Eddie Lee says authorities have already taken tourists’ needs into account when drafting new measures.
26 Apr 2025 - 4:18PM
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Hong Kong society
Hong Kong urged to tighten regulation of counsellors following misconduct case
Experts call on authorities to set up statutory registration system and grant legal exemptions to professional organisations to publicly address wrongdoings.
26 Apr 2025 - 5:50PM
Accidents and personal safety
Hong Kong’s Hospital Authority brings in experts to help curb medical blunders
Head of city’s public hospitals vows to strengthen public communication over mistakes as part of measures introduced after performance review.
25 Apr 2025 - 7:24PM
Smoking and vaping
Letters
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Hong Kong is right to curb smoking despite tobacco lobby pushback
Readers discuss the Hong Kong government’s efforts to strengthen tobacco control, Maldives’ bold example, and US constitutional protections.
25 Apr 2025 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong society
Editorial
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Only fair for Hong Kong to have rules on birth ‘gatecrashers’
As the number of non-local pregnant women trying to deliver in Hong Kong rises again, a policy to ensure sufficient care for residents is essential.
23 Apr 2025 - 8:45AM
Hong Kong
Hong Kong to standardise A&E walkout refunds at 88% amid healthcare reforms
From next year, patients who leave A&E before receiving treatment will be offered the new rate instead of a full refund.
22 Apr 2025 - 9:24PM
PolyU
Hongkongers with spinal cord injuries may regain mobility with help of new lab
New laboratory at Polytechnic University to start clinical trials for advanced therapy products after facility is fully licensed.
22 Apr 2025 - 10:00AM
Hong Kong
Rise in life-threatening meningococcal infections in Hong Kong sparks jabs call
Expert says the disease is still rare in Hong Kong but travellers heading overseas should consider vaccination.
21 Apr 2025 - 9:00AM
Hong Kong society
Letters
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Hong Kong’s rush into raising healthcare charges is a mistake
Readers discuss the three steps the government should take before raising fees, district councillors’ engagement in meetings, and the merits of a courtesy campaign.
17 Apr 2025 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong society
Editorial
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Overseas dentists can help bridge shortage in Hong Kong
The public stands to benefit from a medical system that opens up to foreign professionals without compromising the standards of healthcare services.
15 Apr 2025 - 8:45AM
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