Healthcare

Startup Surge Motion eyes US expansion 

The company is pioneering a technology in fall prevention for the elderly.

Startup Surge Motion eyes US expansion 

The company is pioneering a technology in fall prevention for the elderly.

OKOSIX eyes $5m funding to increase reach

The green-tech startup will use the funds to apply for global patents and scale production.

HK’s Hospital Authority recruits nurses from Kuala Lumpur

Non-local nurses can work in HK without taking a licensure exam.

Hong Kong halts poultry imports from France amidst avian influenza outbreak

In H1 2024, Hong Kong imported 830 tonnes of poultry meat and 110,000 eggs from France.

Gov’t cracks down on suspected resale of hospital medicines

The case involves Lactulose, a medicine classified as a “non-poison”.

Gov’t to use North Lantau HKICC site for AsiaWorld-Expo expansion

Medical equipment, furniture, and consumables will be transferred to public hospitals.

Majority of women want more breastfeeding areas in public places

81.9% suggested commercial and government premises improve breastfeeding facilities’ hygiene standards. 

Libpet defines smart mobility with robotic wheelchairs and home control systems

Mobility tech for the physically challenged also offers convenience to the young and able-bodied.

CUHK study reveals effective prevention for preterm preeclampsia

Early screening has been shown to reduce risks of preterm preeclampsia by 41%.

AusMed and Merck collaborate on global diabetes care advancement

The partnership will streamline AusMed’s non-invasive breath ketone management system.

Hong Kong to establish centre for rare diseases in Hong Kong Children's Hospital

The upcoming facility will be located in the Hong Kong Children’s Hospital.

New cancer drugs added to HK’s drug formulary

Patients using these drugs will pay only standard fees.

University of Hong Kong adopts AI-driven reconstructive surgery

The procedure utilises a platform powered by a large multimodal model for medicine.

Gov’t establishes Primary Healthcare Commission 

It will enhance coordination by reviewing outpatient services with the Hospital Authority.

CUHK identifies gut microbiome markers for autism spectrum disorder

Researchers discovered alterations in gut microbes across archaea, bacteria, fungi, and viruses.