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Protesters rally outside CDC headquarter during a meeting of the vaccine committee in Atlanta, Georgia, on Thursday. Photo: AFP
United States

US vaccine advisers say not all newborns need hepatitis B shot

Scrapping the recommendation for vaccination at birth will reverse decades of public health gains, disease experts say.

China economy

Opinion | How China engineered the rapid rise of its drug innovation industry

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Hong Kong stock market

China’s 3SBio seeks US$400 million in Hong Kong to boost drug pipeline

United States

US-UK zero tariff deal to reshape NHS medicine spending

The agreement removes tariffs on medicines and raises NHS spending on new drugs by 25 per cent, boosting pharmaceutical growth.

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The US will exempt UK pharmaceuticals and medical tech from tariffs, under a new trade agreement. Photo: Shutterstock
Science

United we stand: why mammals that band together may face lower cancer risks

In cooperative societies – like elephants or whales – natural selection seems to favour genetic mechanisms that suppress cancer, study says.

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Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Editorial | Hospital fee reform must balance social fairness with budgetary needs

While standard X-ray services at public hospitals will remain free, the pricing overhaul must be watched closely to avoid unintended harm.

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Wellness

Why this Aids charity’s Hong Kong art show smells of resilience

Aids Concern’s ‘Emanate’ exhibition features art and fragrances created by people affected by HIV and Aids that tell their stories.

Tea Arts, Network, by King Nam, is one of the pieces on show at Aids Concern’s new exhibition “Emanate”, which is taking place at Wyndham Social in Hong Kong’s Central neighbourhood until December 7. Photo: Aids Concern
Wellness

Explainer | What is MASLD? Most common chronic liver disease affects up to 40% of adults

Previously known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, MASLD is trending upwards as obesity levels rise, but it can affect lean people too.

Wealth: Alternative Investments

Healthcare’s digital revolution could be a tonic for savvy investors

The rise of AI, healthtech and ageing populations is prompting wealth managers to monitor the pulse of a sector once seen as stodgy.

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Icons and Influencers

Legacy of Vogue Italia’s Franca Sozzani honoured at inaugural Franca Fund Gala

Co-hosted by Anna Wintour, the event included a fundraising auction and drew guests including Gisele Bündchen and Miuccia Prada.

Francesco Carrozzini and Anna Wintour co-hosted a gala to pay homage to the legacy of Carrozzini’s mother, the late Franca Sozzani. Carrozzini is also Wintour’s son-in-law. Photo: Getty Images
Slovenia

Slovenia rejects assisted dying law in national referendum

Sunday’s referendum was held after critics mounted a campaign against a new law to legalise assisted dying.

A person casts their ballot at a polling station in Ljubljana, Slovenia. Photo: Reuters
Wellness

He can’t remember his son’s wedding. The cause? A rare autoimmune disease

Autoimmune encephalitis stole years of father Christy Morrill’s memories and can lead to psychosis. But it is being caught early more often.

Wellness

What are the best supplements? Expert advice on what works and what doesn’t

The demand for supplements is high and continues to grow, but it can be hard to know what to take. We asked doctors for their advice.

Indonesia

In Indonesia, US and Canada, ‘online hoaxes’ fuel measles deaths

With over 3,400 confirmed cases and more than 20 child deaths, Indonesia’s outbreaks reflect immunisation gaps and growing vaccine hesitancy.

A healthcare worker administers a measles vaccine to a junior school student in Jakarta on August 4. Photo: AFP
Biomedicine: Industry Trends

China’s clinical trial capacity matches US, attracts more global pharma firms

Growth of innovative clinical trials suggests that Chinese biotech firms’ pipeline of novel drug candidates is expanding, analysts say.

China had 2,694 new clinical trials in 2024, up 13 per cent from a year earlier. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Editorial | Hong Kong must redouble vaccination efforts amid threat of longer flu season

The recent deaths of two children, virus mutations and the risk of seasonal overlap highlight the urgency of getting inoculated.

Thailand

Asian Angle | Thailand’s youth mental health crisis is fuelled by neglect and legalised weed

Young Thais are beset by anxiety and debt – and turning to readily available cannabis to self-medicate their isolation and despair.

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Wellness

Explainer | The eyes have it: how EMDR therapy can help treat stress, OCD, anxiety

Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy helps the brain process negative thoughts and memories to reduce their impact.

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Pop star Miley Cyrus has sung the praises of EMDR, saying it helped her overcome crippling stage fright and panic attacks that started after the pandemic. Photo: Instagram/mileycyrus
Wellness

Why does this influencer celebrate her diabetes? To help inspire others

A woman with type 1 diabetes on living ‘a fabulous life’ with the disease, plus a look at wellness resorts catering to people with diabetes.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Australian biotech firm Heidi joins overseas peers in setting up Hong Kong base

Firm will open its first North Asia office in Hong Kong this year, aiming to use its AI platform to ease the city’s doctor shortage.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Editorial | Genome project evidence of Hong Kong’s progress on biomedical hub goal

The large-scale genome sequencing project has exceeded its original targets and is already bearing fruit.

From the left, Brian Chung Hon-yin of the Hong Kong Genome Institute, Dr Becky Ma Ming-yao and Dr Derek Lee Pok-him attend a press conference at the institute on October 31. Photo: Edmond So
New medical drugs

6 of the best: the billion-dollar biotechs putting China on the map

China’s biotech renaissance is gathering pace as home-grown innovators strike billion-dollar licensing deals with global giants.

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China manufacturing

China’s southwestern industrial base eyes breakthroughs on novel drugs

As country pushes for scientific and technological self-reliance, Chongqing will provide support for pharmaceutical research and development.

China’s private sector

Fosun brings UK particle therapy to mainland China in advanced cancer care push

The US Food and Drug Administration-approved Marie system promises human-centred care, advanced technology and lower costs.

Japan

Japan’s welfare crackdown has foreign residents in its sights

New rules threaten non-renewal of visas if foreign residents do not pay their health insurance premiums and pension contributions in full.

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Foreigners crowd a street in Kyoto, western Japan, last month. Photo: Kyodo
Hong Kong

Hong Kong Laureate Forum kicks off as city woos global science talent

The four-day event aims to facilitate exchanges between Shaw Prize winners and young scientists.

From left: Colin Lam, vice-chairman of Henderson Land Group and director of Lee Shau Kee Foundation; Chief Secretary Chan Kwok-ki; Timothy Tong, council chairman of the Hong Kong Laureate Forum; Raymond Chan, chair of the Shaw Prize Foundation. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong Medical Council to review termination of paediatric blunder inquiry

November 22 review comes in light of related case report that had not been presented to inquiry panel during last hearing.

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Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong’s large-scale genome sequencing project recruits 52,000 in 4 years

Hong Kong Genome Project aims to bring in extra 60,000 to 70,000 people in next five years to help uncover, treat undiagnosed diseases.

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