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Task group evaluates proposals for third medical school
Task group evaluates proposals for third medical school
Expert advisors initiated the next phase of work.
1 day ago
Hong Kong launches dual-track development pathway for medical talent
Participating doctors will hold positions at the HA and a designated university.
4 days ago
Elderly Health Care Voucher Scheme expands to GPHCM
This takes effect on 31 July.
4 days ago
Most older adults in Hong Kong lack life and death education: report
Around 70% of the general population remain unaware of what end-of-life care.
Chief Executive names new Under Secretary for Health
Cecilia Fan will succeed Libby Lee in the post.
Ageing science could be medicine’s master key
The size of the global longevity industry is expected to hit $40.5t (£30t) next year.
IHH Healthcare North Asia launches AI Lab in Hong Kong
Key areas include remote heart and lung auscultation.
CooperVision unites experts to combat childhood myopia
Asia-Pacific symposium highlights urgency of pediatric myopia crisis and cross-border collaboration.
Gleneagles HK to advance health solutions through new partnerships
The development supports new digital health and diagnostic solutions.
Gov’t to roll out licensing regime for clinics and SPCs
Clinics operating as of 30 November 2018 have until 13 April next year to apply for a licence.
Discover Investment Opportunities & Innovation at the International Healthcare Week in Hong Kong
The two flagship events are the 5th Asia Summit on Global Health and the 16th Hong Kong International Medical and Healthcare Fair.
New healthcare institute formed to develop clinical guidelines
IMACE will facilitate data and case collection for detailed clinical practice reviews.
Gleneagles Hospital HK offers 1,000 free screenings for Hepatitis B
Residents aged 37–70 in the Southern or Central and Western Districts are eligible.
HK’s new public hospital fees to take effect on January 2026
The HHB and HA have conducted consultations to gather feedback on the reform direction.
Suspected hacking reported at Kwai Tsing District Health Centre
Compromised data may include names and membership numbers.
PolyU, PUTH launch joint laboratory to advance smart healthcare
This is in line with the national strategy of ‘medical-engineering collaborative innovation’.
HA renews three-year deal with Singapore for public hospital management
The new agreement will strengthen the two economies’ healthcare cooperation.
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