Category Archive For "Health"
Allergies in Hong Kong: A Growing Epidemic?
According to the WHO, around 40 percent of the world’s population has allergies. This makes them one of the most common chronic illnesses and includes food allergy, asthma, atopic eczema, ocular allergy, insect allergy, nasal allergy, and more. The proportion of allergy sufferers in big cities is on the rise, and Hong Kong is by …
Why Is the HK Public Hospital System on the Brink of Collapse?
Despite the fact that Hong Kong’s healthcare system always attains high rankings in different global studies and indexes, it is an undeniable disgrace that the city’s medical system is at a “bursting point”. The phenomenon was more obvious during the annual influenza season when hospitals were so congested that the occupancy rate exceeded 100 percent, …
Does Hong Kong have an efficient healthcare system?
As an expat in Hong Kong, it’s essential to know your way around the city when it comes to seeing doctors. Fortunately, you have plenty of options to choose from in the SAR, including public hospitals, private hospitals, or Traditional Chinese Medicine clinics. Many expats who are moving to Hong Kong wonder whether the city …
HK Obesity Rate Increased by 1.8 Times in Children and Adolescents in 2023
A 2022 study conducted by the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) revealed that Hong Kong residents were the worst performing in the categories of Physical Activity and Obesity, while scoring relatively better grades in Active Transportation, School, and Community and Environment. Furthermore, a study also reported that the HK obesity rate of children has …
How to get the most out of your next checkup
According to our latest report on health insurance trends, healthcare needs post-pandemic are evolving. Nowadays, more and more people are seeking regular health check-ups and annual health screenings. While useful, it can often feel like you may not get the most out of your checkups, especially if you forget to talk to the doctor about …
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