Tag: Hong Kong

Four Legs Good, Two Legs Cosmetic

Commentary Some people in Hong Kong think that cultural issues are apolitical. Unfortunately, it is not true. The seemingly neutral treatment of Hong Kong culture in the secondary school history curriculum, for example, “the coexistence and interaction of Chinese and foreign culture,” glossed over trends such as the increasing westernization from the 1970s onwards. A…


This Nutrient Found in Vegetables Protects Eyes and Enhances Cognitive Ability

Colorful vegetables and fruits are rich in pigments. Among these pigments, lutein is of particular importance to the eyes because it is an important component of the macula within the retina. For the elderly, supplementing lutein not only helps prevent cataracts and macular degeneration but also improves cognitive ability and mobility. Lutein is found in…


Hong Kong Delegation Recruits in UK After Losing 1,247 Public Hospital Doctors in 3 Years

Hong Kong public hospitals lost 1,247 full-time doctors in the past three years. The annual loss rate of doctors was 8.1 percent, and that of nurses was even higher at 10.7 percent. The Hospital Authority delegation held a recruitment program for medical students and practicing physicians in London. After the implementation of the National Security Law…


Hot Flashes, Insomnia, Depression, Essential Oils to Relieve Menopausal Discomfort

Menopause is a significant physiological change in a woman’s life that typically occurs between the ages of 45 and 55. Unfortunately, the associated discomfort of the menopausal syndrome can last 7 to 14 years. How can women alleviate discomfort during this time? Dr. Li Jialing, director of Aroma Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinic in Taiwan and…


3 Simple Moves to Improve Spinal Health and Correct Scoliosis

Lounging on a bed or sofa while using our mobile devices is a common habit that can harm the spine. Additionally, incorrect posture while sitting, standing, or lying down may result in scoliosis, a condition where the spine takes on an S-shaped curve in the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar vertebrae. I once had a patient…


Suffering From Migraines? An Ancient Therapy Can Bring Relief

There are more than fifty diseases that can cause headaches and in one kind of headache, pain pulsates and throbs with the heartbeat. This is called a migraine. Dr. Chen Chaolong, a physician at We Care Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinic in Taiwan, said that more than 90 percent of migraines are related to cervical spine…


Young Hongkonger Joins Canadian Congress to Assist Hong Kong Issues on Human Rights

In Canada, a new face has recently emerged in its Congress circle. Donald Cheng is a young Hongkonger who has been chosen as an intern for the Canadian House of Commons. Donald assists a member of Congress, MP Garnett Genuis, in presenting Hong Kong issues to Congress concerning the human rights situation in Hong Kong….


Suffering From Dysautonomia? Natural Remedies Help Ease Insomnia and Stress

The cause of various symptoms of physical and mental discomfort, such as insomnia, headache, shoulder pain, and nervousness, can be difficult to pinpoint during routine physical check-ups. In some cases, these “mysterious” symptoms may be caused by a disorder of the autonomic nervous system known as dysautonomia. How can such a disorder be effectively prevented…


CUHK Develops Highly Accurate Retinal Approach to Assess Heart Disease Risk in People Living With HIV

Since people living with HIV are at an increased risk for developing cardiovascular diseases, regular risk screening is recommended. However, conventional cardiovascular risk prediction models are not accurate enough due to their failure to consider crucial variables such as race and health status, including conditions like AIDS. To address this issue, the researchers at the…


Civil Servants’ Resignations Intensify in Hong Kong, a Record High Since 1997

After the anti-extradition movement and the implementation of the compulsory oath of allegiance for civil servants, the wave of civil servants leaving the organization in Hong Kong intensified. In its latest reply to Legco members’ questions on the “Budget 2023-24,” the Civil Service Bureau revealed that the number of resignations in 2021-22 has reached a…