Tag: Hong Kong

HKU: New Technology for Early Detection of Cancer

A research team from the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Hong Kong (HKU) has developed a new technique to measure the rotational motion of cells in living organisms, which can help early detection, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. The research paper has been published in the academic journal Nano Letters. It has been…


To Get Rid of Acne, Doctor Recommends Fruits in High Vitamin A

During the pandemic, wearing a mask causes mask-related acne. A Doctor recommended eating more fruits rich in vitamin A, which can promote skin metabolism, reduce acne, and maintain healthy skin. Ping-Hsun Lee, a plastic surgeon at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Tucheng District, Banqiao, New Taiwan City, Taiwan, said in an article that many patients…


CUHK Develops Microrobot for Treating Otitis Media

Middle ear effusion in children can lead to Otitis Media. Some patients need to insert a middle ear catheter to drain the effusion. However, when the catheter is placed in the eardrum for a prolonged period, the secretions in the ear will eventually accumulate a bacterial film around it, which can become a cause of…


Nathan Law’s Exile Is Proof of Hong Kong’s Democratic Decline

Born in the 90s, Nathan Law Kwun-chung never considered that he would be forced to leave his beloved Hong Kong; but that happened after he chose the path of fighting for freedom. Growing up in a poor family that emigrated from the mainland, Law’s mom moved to Hong Kong from China before she and her…


Eczema: Effective Treatment With TCM Acupuncture, Herbs and Diet

Eczema is a common and intractable skin disease that not only makes people itchy but also affects appearance. According to a study by the National Eczema Association, more than 30 percent of patients with eczema suffer from impaired self-confidence, and many suffer from depression or anxiety. At present, Western medicine generally uses steroids to treat…


Hongkongers Who Clapped in Court Jailed on Sedition Charges

HONG KONG—Two Hong Kong residents, including a pastor, were found guilty of sedition and sentenced to jail Thursday for clapping and criticizing a judge during a previous trial over a banned vigil in the city. The Rev. Garry Pang Moon-yuen and Chiu Mei-ying, a housewife, were arrested in April for disturbances during a court hearing…


HKBU Finds ‘Cryptotanshinone’ May Treat Gastric Cancer Caused by Bile Reflux

A study by Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU)’s School of Chinese Medicine found that the compound “cryptotanshinone” extracted from Salvia miltiorrhiza has the potential to treat and prevent gastric cancer associated with bile reflux. The study has also found that refluxed bile acids can cause inflammation-causing bacteria to multiply, which leads to gastric cancer. The…


‘WJP Rule of Law Index 2022’: Hong Kong Not in Top 20 for the First Time

In the latest “Rule of Law Index 2022” released by the American NGO World Justice Project (WJP), Hong Kong dropped to 22nd among 140 countries and regions in the world, hitting a new low since it was included in the index in 2014. It fell in all eight key categories, with “Constraints on government powers”…


Young Hong Kong Photographer Captures Blue Tears and Wins Awards

Beginning his journey as a photography hobbyist At the age of 11, Hong Kong teenager Javan Lie has followed his father’s footsteps for the past three years to document the mysterious night sky and galaxy with a backpack full of heavy photographic gear. Hong Kong, a sleepless city, shines more bright lights than the stars…


What Is the Secret to Longevity? Japanese Specialist Says the Answer Is in Your Gut

Besides being known for its mouthwatering food, unique packaging, and colorful and historical culture, Japan is one of the top countries in the world for having the longest life expectancy. According to the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare, the average life expectancy in Japan in 2021 was 87.57 years for women and 81.47…