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Advancing GBA Healthcare at the 2025 GBAHA Annual Conference
Hong Kong, March 19-20, 2025 – The recently concluded 2025 Greater Bay Area Healthcare Association Annual Conference, was an extraordinary g
Association Secretary
Mar 226 min read
GBAHA Shares Future Development Vision in Guangdong Television Interview
The Greater Bay Area Healthcare Association GBAHA recently participated in an interview with Guangdong Television, sharing its vision for fu
Association Secretary
Jan 24, 20241 min read
Hong Kong Department of Health Hosts Industry Briefing on New Licensing Regulations for Clinics and Small Practice Clinics
The Hong Kong Department of Health (DOH) held its inaugural in-person industry briefing to explain upcoming regulations under the Private Healthcare Facilities Ordinance (Chapter 633). The provisions concerning the regulation of clinics and small practice clinics operated by registered doctors and/or registered dentists will come into effect on October 13.
Association Secretary
Jun 252 min read
Hong Kong to Establish Drug and Medical Device Regulatory Authority by End of Next Year
In a significant move towards enhancing Hong Kong's position as a medical innovation hub, the Hong Kong government has announced the establishment of the Hong Kong Drug and Medical Device Regulatory Authority by the end of next year. This development was highlighted in the recent Policy Address, which proposed the creation of a "first-tier approval" process for drug and medical device registrations, allowing direct approval in Hong Kong without relying on international regula
Association Secretary
Jun 253 min read
Hospital Authority Announces Expanded Medical Fee Waiver Policies, Increasing Eligible Beneficiaries from 300,000 to 1.4 Million
The Hospital Authority (HA) has recently announced updates to its medical fee waiver policy, including relaxation of income and asset thresholds, broadening of coverage scope and duration, and revision of the definition of 'family.' Starting from next year, eligible Hong Kong residents will also be able to apply for public hospital fee waivers online. The HA estimates that after these enhancements are implemented, the number of eligible beneficiaries will rise from the curren
Association Secretary
Jun 244 min read
Zhuhai Hospitals Launch “Elderly Medical Voucher” Pilot Program in Greater Bay Area
Starting this Thursday, two hospitals in Zhuhai—Sun Yat-sen University Affiliated Fifth Hospital and Zhuhai People's Hospital—will begin piloting the "Elderly Medical Voucher" scheme within the Greater Bay Area (GBA). The program allows eligible Hong Kong seniors to use medical vouchers to pay for designated outpatient medical and nursing services at these facilities.
Association Secretary
Jun 232 min read
Stanford HAI Releases Comprehensive AI Index Report 2025 Highlighting Key Progress in Healthcare AI
On April 7, the Stanford Human-Centered AI Institute (HAI) published its highly anticipated "AI Index Report 2025," a comprehensive 456-page document that outlines significant advancements in the field of artificial intelligence over the past year. Established in 2019 and co-led by renowned AI expert Fei-Fei Li, the institute's annual reports have become essential resources for understanding cutting-edge developments in AI globally.
Association Secretary
Apr 247 min read
Revolutionizing Healthcare: The Emerging Era of Generalist Medical AI
A groundbreaking paper recently published in Nature has brought attention to the development of Foundation Models for Generalist Medical Art
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Apr 82 min read
The Golden Era of AI in Chinese Healthcare: A Comprehensive Look at Emerging Medical Models
In 2025, China’s healthcare sector is undergoing a revolutionary transformation driven by AI-powered medical models. From top-tier hospital
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Apr 82 min read
Analyzing the Diverging Paths of Elderly Care Communities in Hong Kong
The landscape of elderly care communities in Hong Kong presents a stark contrast: while some facilities, like those operated by major player
Association Secretary
Apr 83 min read
Rising Trend of Hong Kong Residents Seeking Medical Treatment in Mainland China Amid Healthcare Costs
As Hong Kong faces an increasingly aging population, the burden of government healthcare spending has intensified, leading to the introducti
Association Secretary
Mar 294 min read
Guangdong Hospital Introduces "Alcohol Withdrawal Chip" Implant Surgery, Allowing Patients to Quit Drinking Without Regular Medication
A hospital in Guangdong province has recently introduced an "alcohol withdrawal chip" implant surgery, enabling patients with alcohol addict
Association Secretary
Mar 292 min read
WHO Issues Urgent Call for Transformation of Mental Health Policies
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released new guidance aimed at helping countries reform and enhance their mental health policies and
Association Secretary
Mar 292 min read
HKUMed Pioneers CAR-T Cell Therapy for End-Stage Multiple Myeloma in Hong Kong Using Advanced Mainland Cell Product
A clinical team from the Department of Medicine at the University of Hong Kong’s LKS Faculty of Medicine (HKUMed), in partnership with Queen
Association Secretary
Mar 293 min read
Hong Kong Public Hospitals Fees & Charges Reform
In a move aimed at reforming the emergency healthcare system, Hong Kong officials are reportedly considering a significant increase in fees
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Mar 262 min read
AI Healthcare Sector: Ten Companies Project Significant Profit Growth
The rapid advancement of AI healthcare technologies, particularly with the open-source development of platforms like DeepSeek, has significa
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Mar 24 min read
ByteDance Accelerates Investment in Healthcare with New Hospital Initiative
In a significant move into the healthcare sector, ByteDance is ramping up its hospital initiatives. At the end of January, the Beijing Munic
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Mar 25 min read
China Takes the Lead: International Standard for Elderly Care Robots Officially Released
In a significant development for the aging population, the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has officially released an intern
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Feb 282 min read
Hong Kong's Hongji Medical Group Launches AI-Powered Traditional Chinese Medicine Consulting System
In a groundbreaking advancement for the healthcare sector, Hong Kong-based Hongji Medical Group has officially launched an innovative AI con
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Feb 282 min read
HK Healthcare Budget 2025: Efficient Use of Resources to Address Healthcare Challenges
In the latest financial budget proposal, the Financial Secretary of Hong Kong has emphasized practical and effective measures aimed at promo
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Feb 273 min read
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