Category Archive For "Health"
New website ranks hospitals in Hong Kong
At the end of 2014 there were 42 public hospitals and 11 private hospitals in Hong Kong. Expats who have just moved to the city, or even moved neighborhoods are often unsure of where to receive the best quality care. While in a perfect world, all facilities would offer the same high level of care, …
HK least healthy place in Asia
If we could use one word to sum up life in Hong Kong, many of us are sure to select ‘hectic’. It really feels like there is so little downtime in the city, especially considering that according to Stats Asia, people in the city worked an average of 2,606 hours in 2015, the most out …
Staying healthy on your next trip
Summer is fast approaching, and many of us have already planned time off. From short trips around Asia to longer trips home, it is probably safe to say that many of us are eagerly anticipating our next holiday. While we all hope it will go off without a hitch, there is always a chance that …
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 …