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Secretary for Health leads delegation to Guangzhou and Dongguan (with photos) *****************************************************************************      ​The Secretary for Health, Professor Lo Chung-mau, led a delegation and started a two-day visit to Guangzhou and Dongguan today (March 13) to meet health officials of Guangdong Province and Dongguan city, with a view to deepening exchanges and co-operation between Hong Kong and Mainland cities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) on various health-related areas.      The delegation today first met with Deputy Director General of the Health Commission of Guangdong Province (GDHC) Mr Huang Fei to discuss a number of cross-boundary healthcare services, including the ... Read more

Secretary for Health meets Hong Kong Dental Association to emphasise respect for profession and regulatory system of other regions ******************************************************************************************      The Secretary for Health, Professor Lo Chung-mau, met with representatives of the Hong Kong Dental Association (HKDA) today (February 27) to listen to their views on the Elderly Health Care Voucher Greater Bay Area Pilot Scheme (Pilot Scheme). He also expressed his concern over the criticisms made by the HKDA on the Mainland dental profession (stomatology profession) and regulatory system while commenting on the Pilot Scheme.       Professor Lo emphasised, “The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government attaches great importance ... Read more

Health Bureau responds to Hong Kong Dental Association on Elderly Health Care Voucher Greater Bay Area Pilot Scheme ******************************************************************************************      Regarding the Hong Kong Dental Association’s concern over the Elderly Health Care Voucher Greater Bay Area Pilot Scheme (Pilot Scheme), the Health Bureau (HHB) gave the following response today (February 21):        Since the launch of the Elderly Health Care Voucher Scheme at the University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital (HKU-SZH) by the Government in 2015, eligible elderly persons have been entitled to use Elderly Health Care Vouchers (EHCVs) to receive dental services at the HKU-SZH during the ... Read more

 Esteemed maternal health professionals in partnership with the de Beaumont Foundation and the Maternal Health Learning & Innovation Center (MHLIC) today announce the release of the highly anticipated book, The Practical Playbook III: Working Together to Improve Maternal Health. This comprehensive and groundbreaking work serves as a crucial resource for professionals across diverse fields, providing practical and actionable guidance. A key focus of the book is to encourage collaboration across sectors to address the multifaceted challenges in maternal health. In The Practical Playbook III, writers delve into the collaborative efforts essential for improving maternal health outcomes. “The book is unique ... Read more

 Introducing “Health and Wellness Corner with Lorraine”: A New Show Dedicated to Empowering and Inspiring Healthy Living HWC is proud to announce the launch of “Health and Wellness Corner with Lorraine,” a dynamic and engaging new show focused on promoting holistic health and wellness. Hosted by the renowned health advocate and influencer, Lorraine Voltaire, this groundbreaking show aims to inspire and empower audiences to embrace a healthier lifestyle through informative discussions, expert interviews, and actionable tips. With an emphasis on physical, mental, and emotional well-being, “Health and Wellness Corner with Lorraine” will provide viewers with the knowledge and tools they ... Read more