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Hong Kong education authorities have cut the number of subsidised places for physiotherapy and occupational therapy programmes by about a third for the 2027-28 school year. Photo: Getty Images
The overall number of subsidised places fell by 70 compared with the current year. Photo: Edmond So
Education in Hong Kong

Subsidised physiotherapy places slashed by third amid graduate job crunch

Cuts come as physiotherapy graduates face a tight job market amid ongoing healthcare budget constraints and a surge in new practitioners.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Doctors urged to test for chikungunya as Hong Kong detects first local 2026 case

John Lee policy address 2026

Hong Kong sets 5-year plan to double innovation spending, boost new industries

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John Lee policy address 2026

Hong Kong aims to raise zero-carbon energy share of fuel mix to 30% by 2030

Target is one of four binding environmental protection targets revealed in city’s first five-year plan.

In 2021, Hong Kong announced its own climate action plan, which included a target of achieving carbon neutrality before 2050 – 10 years ahead of the rest of the nation. Photo: Sam Tsang
In 2021, Hong Kong announced its own climate action plan, which included a target of achieving carbon neutrality before 2050 – 10 years ahead of the rest of the nation. Photo: Sam Tsang
John Lee policy address 2026

Hong Kong to invest in primary care to cut premature death risk to 6.9%

Chief Executive John Lee also unveils Hong Kong’s first integrated ambulatory care hospital at King’s Park, featuring AI-assisted radiology and expanded cancer services.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s HK$500b silver economy by 2034 offers ‘ocean’ of prospects: Paul Chan

Finance chief urges elderly care industry to employ AI and robotics technology, while exploring what bay area has to offer.

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Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Supplier to end classroom lunch portioning at Sha Tin school after 39 fall ill

Danny Catering Service calls suspected food poisoning outbreak an ‘isolated’ incident linked to the school’s portioning arrangement.

The Centre for Health Protection said it was investigating a suspected food poisoning cluster involving 39 people. Photo: Sun Yeung
The Centre for Health Protection said it was investigating a suspected food poisoning cluster involving 39 people. Photo: Sun Yeung
Hong Kong society

On all fours or off to a wilderness retreat? How Hongkongers are finding balance

From animal flow to film therapy and journaling, residents are embracing movement, mindfulness and micro‑pauses to rebuild resilience in a fast-paced city.

Hong Kong society

39 pupils and staff fall ill after eating school lunches in Sha Tin

Authorities are investigating a suspected outbreak of food poisoning at Baptist (Sha Tin Wai) Lui Ming Choi Primary School.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Over 60% of new dentists join Department of Health after mandatory internship

A consultant dental surgeon says the 46 new recruits have helped ‘significantly ease’ department’s manpower crunch.

(From right) Dr Li Yam-ki, Dr Jason Yip, Dr Kitty Hse, Dr Sharon Lee and Dr Au Yeung Sum-yin. All dental graduates in Hong Kong have to complete a 12-month internship before obtaining a full licence. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong under-15 suicides hit decade high as social media comes under scrutiny

Rate for age group hits 2.9 per 100,000, with boys far higher at four compared with 0.4 for girls, University of Hong Kong research finds.

The Hong Kong Jockey Club Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention has also called for schools to strengthen support for students in light of a spate of suicide attempts around the start of the academic year. Photo: Jelly Tse
The Hong Kong Jockey Club Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention has also called for schools to strengthen support for students in light of a spate of suicide attempts around the start of the academic year. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong to strip logos and branding from cigarette packs starting in March

Only brand and variant names in prescribed font will be permitted, printed in standardised plain brown on packs under changes to existing law.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong Medical Council rejects proposal on time frame for handling complaints

In written submission to Legislative Council, watchdog also rejects proposed reforms to its disciplinary sentencing, supervision and membership.

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Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong reserves right to seek compensation over faulty hospital lift work

Secretary for Development Bernadette Linn says contractors must cover remedial costs after lift defects delay Queen Mary Hospital’s new block.

Queen Mary Hospital’s new block has been delayed by up to a year after defects left 24 of its 28 lifts unfit for use. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong to review bookings for famous Sai Kung trail after high no-show rate

Only 1,560 registered and walk-in patrons arrived at Po Pin Chau on Saturday and Sunday, despite 3,230 people making bookings.

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A booking system for Po Pin Chau, introduced on September 5, is in effect on Saturdays and Sundays until September 20. Photo: Dickson Lee
A booking system for Po Pin Chau, introduced on September 5, is in effect on Saturdays and Sundays until September 20. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

‘There are trade-offs’: how Hong Kong patients can use telemedicine wisely

Hospital Authority telehealth cases jump 33 per cent as private clinics tailor services for people with busy schedules.

Hong Kong society

14 fall ill after dining at Eaton HK hotel restaurant

Preliminary investigations revealed that all five clusters are epidemiologically linked, Centre for Health Protection says.

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Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

In Focus | Faster and cheaper: why Hongkongers are heading north for medical care

Lower costs and fast service across the border draw patients to Guangdong, leaving Hong Kong’s private doctors squeezed.

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Illustration by Brian Wang
Illustration by Brian Wang
Hong Kong weather

Higher typhoon warning possible based on Saudel’s course after rare resurgence

T1 signal will remain in force in Hong Kong, but tropical cyclone could change course after rare resurgence, bringing uncertainty.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong students, at-risk residents can get flu jabs 1 week early this year

Centre for Health Protection says the government’s seasonal influenza vaccination programmes for 2026-27 will begin on September 17.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Can Hongkongers trust smartwatches, or are they being misled?

Medical practitioners and fitness experts say wearable tech could support personalised, proactive healthcare as adoption hits 63 per cent among Hongkongers.

Illustration: Brian Wang
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong to get tough on careless dog owners during special operations

Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department also says it seized fighting dog in Stanley earlier this week and may prosecute owner.

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Hong Kong is clamping down on careless dog owners, following a string of dog attacks, including the death of two smaller animals in Yuen Long last week. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong is clamping down on careless dog owners, following a string of dog attacks, including the death of two smaller animals in Yuen Long last week. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong launches first regional mediation platform for medical disputes

New Healthcare Dispute Resolution Centre online platform provides both virtual and face-to-face services for patients and doctors.

Hong Kong environmental issues

Hong Kong’s revised heat stress warning system may lack rest provisions: experts

Work breaks triggered by higher alerts are also not protected by law, legislator says.

Hong Kong environmental issues

Hong Kong lowers heat stress warning system thresholds after calls for revamp

Labour Department says updates include automatically raising alert level when temperatures in multiple parts of the city reach 35 degrees.

The Labour Department says the revamped system will issue earlier and higher heat stress alerts for workers during extreme temperatures. Photo: Karma Lo
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