AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoHealthcare Costs & Prevention: A University of Hong Kong expert says Hong Kong’s health spending is rising faster than GDP, and urges stronger primary prevention—especially better diets—because short clinic visits and underfunded public health are leaving preventable disease burdens to grow. Food Safety & Public Health: FEHD stepped up inspections after a rodent infestation complaint at a Kwun Tong fresh provision shop, finding signs of rodent activity and cracks, issuing notices to eliminate vermin, and initiating prosecution. Heat Stress at Work: The Labour Department promoted heat stroke prevention for frontline workers in Shau Kei Wan, with cooling products and guidance, as temperatures rise. Silver Economy Care Demand: Click Holdings reported a 73% year-on-year revenue jump in Q3, driven by higher demand for one-on-one private nursing, medical escort services, rehabilitation, and home-based elderly care. Cancer Treatment Research: A phase 3 study reported that STRIDE (tremelimumab) plus TACE improved progression-free survival in unresectable embolization-eligible hepatocellular carcinoma versus TACE alone, pointing to a potential new standard. Trauma Therapy Access: A former banker-turned-therapist launched Imover, a smartphone app offering self-guided EMDR audio sessions, raising big questions about access and professional oversight in trauma care. Mosquito Surveillance: Hong Kong released May gravidtrap data as mosquito surveillance intensifies, with FEHD highlighting increased Aedes albopictus control efforts.
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