Hong Kong

Hospital Authority announces senior appointment

Hospital Authority announces senior appointment

Deacons Yeung will head New Territories West and Tuen Mun Hospital from 1 Feb 2026.

Hong Kong’s first Chinese Medicine hospital to begin services in December

It is expected to provide full inpatient services by the end of 2030.

New regulatory regime for clinics and SPCs now in effect

The DH is now accepting clinic licence and exemption applications.

Hong Kong moves forward with Chinese Medicine Development Blueprint

The blueprint will be published by the end of the year.

Gleneagles MediCentre opens in Admiralty, Hong Kong

The centre integrates AI and AR technologies in its operations.

HK to strengthen primary healthcare, deepen system reforms

The Government will introduce a bill next year to support these measures.

Hong Kong healthcare sector hits $3.4t market cap as of June

This is three times the $1.12b (US$144b) recorded at the end of 2017.

Hospital Authority tests drone delivery of medical supplies

The flight takes about 20 minutes compared with existing transport.

Chinese Medicine Hospital named ‘teaching hub’ for 3 HK universities

The hospital will begin services in phases from December.

Hong Kong's pathway for doctors may boost innovation

It could also stretch already limited resources in the short run.

Task group evaluates proposals for third medical school

Expert advisors initiated the next phase of work.

Hong Kong launches dual-track development pathway for medical talent

Participating doctors will hold positions at the HA and a designated university.

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.