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HK to strengthen primary healthcare, deepen system reforms
HK to strengthen primary healthcare, deepen system reforms
The Government will introduce a bill next year to support these measures.
Most child vaccination schemes require full prepayment in HK
Prices range from $3,000 to $14,680.
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.
Elderly Health Care Voucher Scheme expands to GPHCM
This takes effect on 31 July.
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.
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