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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.
last updated:
23 September, 2024
The Golden Lilies International Banquet Hall in Kowloon Bay. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong government staff among 57 food poisoning cases at restaurant

Department of Health says 40 Housing Authority staff among three food poisoning clusters linked to Golden Lilies International Banquet Hall.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong elderly who use spiritual end-of-life services more stable physically: study

Biomedicine: Companies

CR Pharma, NAMI join forces to fight Alzheimer’s with Pfizer cancer drug

Hong Kong society

1 in 3 Gen Z Hongkongers struggle with symptoms of anxiety, study finds

Researchers behind study have called for more emotional education and resilience training in schools.

Gen Z Hongkongers are the most affected by anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress symptoms among all generational groups, an expert says. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong society

Editorial | Cooperation best on flu jabs for Hong Kong’s children

With peak influenza season nearing and cases on the rise in Hong Kong, it makes sense for the young and elderly to get vaccinated.

Hong Kong society

70% of Hongkongers in same-sex relationships want to get married: survey

Researchers urge government to take note of poll as deadline for devising official legal framework for same-sex partnerships nears.

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Education in Hong Kong

All Hong Kong schools should be required to join flu vaccine scheme: expert

Government adviser on vaccines says schools that decline to take part should also have to explain decision.

An expert has said pressure on the public health system will be alleviated if the flu vaccination rates for children and residents aged 65 and above reached 70 to 80 per cent. Photo: May Tse
Accidents and personal safety

11 hurt in scaffolding collapse in Hong Kong, with 4 in critical condition

Structure measuring 60 metres by 20 metres partially gave way at about 4pm at construction site for new hospital in Kai Tak.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong should lure wealthy visitors for high-end health services: experts

Infectious diseases expert Professor Yuen Kwok-yung among group calling for ‘rapid’ action to cut budget deficit.

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Editorial | Targeting medical mistakes a vital step towards a better system

Clearer guidance for disclosure of blunders is part of a ‘full body check’ for the Hospital Authority that is to be welcomed.

Henry Fan Hung-Ling, chairman of Hospital Authority, attends a press conference at Hospital Authority Building on November 22, 2024. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong children

90% of Hong Kong pupils failing to get 60 minutes of daily exercise: study

Academic says a major reason for children not getting enough exercise is the heavy emphasis parents place on academic results.

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Hong Kong sports leaders have called for schools to encourage children to take an interest in physical activities from a young age. Photo: Sun Yeung
Flu in Hong Kong

Hong Kong minister urges schools to join flu jab drive after child hospitalised

Secretary for Health Lo Chung-mau argues no valid reason for opting out of programme offering vaccination free of charge.

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong hospital admits first patient via cross-border ambulance scheme

Patient with chronic bronchitis transferred from University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital in Futian to Tuen Mun Hospital.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong expands probe after more Cathay passengers on Nepal flights fall ill

Centre for Health Protection investigating two food poisoning cases involving 36 passengers who arrived from Kathmandu earlier this week.

Cathay passengers from Kathmandu who suffered food poisoning are sent to North Lantau Hospital for examination. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong

Hong Kong health officials take aim at 168 schools for not joining flu jab drive

Official urges members of the public to get vaccinated as surveillance data shows Hong Kong has entered the flu season.

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Health officials say the flu vaccination can reduce serious complications and lower school absenteeism. Photo: Edmond So
Legislative Council of Hong Kong

Hong Kong will not restrict city emigrants from public health services: minister

Lawmakers suggest restricting access of Hong Kong identity card holders who have moved overseas to public medical services.

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Mental health

6% of 11,000 Hongkongers tested in free mental health screenings need help

Pilot scheme at district health centres refers residents showing emotional distress for free psychological therapy.

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Hong Kong society

‘We got your back,’ Hong Kong breast milk donors tell mums of premature babies

Hong Kong Children’s Hospital in Kowloon Bay is home to the city’s first breast milk bank, which hopes to collect 1,000 litres a year.

Under the breast milk bank’s criteria, donors must be mothers of babies under the age of one, in addition to being in good health and currently lactating. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong

Hong Kong public dental clinics fill quotas, but waiting list draws complaints

Switch to online booking system and waiting list arrangement aimed at easing appointment process, but some elderly patients still struggling with it.

Bird flu viruses

Letters | Two measures to help improve cat health in Hong Kong

Readers discuss cat owners’ concerns, how to make the transport subsidy more affordable, and ambulance services.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong to launch waiting list for appointments at public dental clinics

Waiting list to be added to online booking system after more than quarter of people who booked service did not show up for appointments.

People wait outside a public dental clinic at the Kowloon City Health Centre in Hung Hom. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong public dental clinics log 26% absence rate despite e-booking launch

Authorities launched new booking system amid intense demand for public dental services, but 40 people missed appointments on Tuesday, Thursday.

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The launch of the online registration system follow years of complaints over residents before forced to physically queue for hours in the hopes of getting a public dental services appointment. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong welcomes 4 babies into world in first 2 hours of New Year’s Day

First baby to be born in Hong Kong in 2025 was a boy at Prince of Wales Hospital in Sha Tin at seven minutes past midnight, weighing 3.375kg.

2 elderly residents at Hong Kong care home given Covid-19 jabs expired for 2 weeks

Department of Health has temporarily banned doctor from government vaccination scheme after blunder at Luxe Garden residential care home in North district.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s first breast milk bank to open next week

Facility aims to collect 1,000 litres per year to help up to 600 premature and critically ill newborns.

The breast milk bank’s director has said that breast milk is “the best food” for babies as it offers nourishment and various other health benefits. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong

Elderly Hongkongers struggle with dental bookings as online system launches

Residents at public dental clinic in Kowloon City fail to get help from staff to register for appointments.

Residents queue outside a public dental clinic at Kowloon City Health Centre in Hung Hom. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong International Airport

Letters | Getting people to work at Hong Kong airport is not just a numbers game

Readers discuss the importance of employee welfare, what the West Kowloon and Kai Tak projects reveal about Hong Kong, and how to improve the city’s healthcare.

Crime in Hong Kong

Exclusive | Hong Kong to slap tobacco products with laser labels to root out contraband

Sources say authorities studying updating law to introduce new labelling system, which involves goods being marked with laser.

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