Category Archive For "Health"
Flu Vaccinations in Hong Kong: Don’t let down your guard
Living in a city with a population density as extreme as Hong Kong’s, contagion should be a concern that is on everyone’s mind. It is inescapable that we all come into contact with so many people every day, and even if we aren’t shaking hands with every person we walk by on the street, we …
6 Cold Weather Threats to Health and How to Prevent Them
The coldest weather of the year is set to hit Hong Kong, with weather experts expecting temperatures to dip below 10 degrees Celsius, and rumors flying about a potential snowstorm. Brr! While you probably don’t need to worry about a city-wide blizzard, Hong Kong’s cold weather can still have an impact on everyday health. Read …
Mercury Poisoning in Hong Kong: What to watch out for
Fish lovers of Hong Kong heed this message: Steer clear of tuna! The South China Morning Post has reported that within a period of 5 days there have been two separate instances of contaminated tuna entering Hong Kong from Japan. As is a concern with many varieties of fish worldwide, mercury contamination was responsible for these …
E-cigarettes in Hong Kong
Hong Kong, like other cities around the world has implemented a number of anti-smoking measures in the past decade that have changed the viewpoint of many in the city. From the now legally smokeless bars and restaurants, to the strict limitation on the number of cigarettes you can bring into the city, it would appear …