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Committed to protecting the health of every citizen, Hong Kong endeavours to offer world-class medical services and healthcare system.

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Explore Hong Kong’s public health services

Explore Hong Kong’s public health services

Healthcare & Welfare

While Hong Kong is known for its bustling pace of life, the city has also fostered a robust culture of proactive health management. Ranked among the best in the world, the impressive life expectancy here reflects holistic healthcare that excels in quality, accessibility and, above all, scope.

Guide to Becoming a Medical Practitioner in Hong Kong: Steps and Guidance

Guide to Becoming a Medical Practitioner in Hong Kong: Steps and Guidance

Healthcare & Welfare

Looking to practise medicine abroad? Doctors and Chinese medicine practitioners are amongst the most sought-after professions in Hong Kong, as indicated on the Talent List Hong Kong. A diverse healthcare ecosystem with abundant opportunities for career development, rapid development of medical technologies, initiatives to improve Hong Kong as a leading healthcare innovation hub and its general quality of life, all lead to medical practitioners in Hong Kong being highly respected for their services.

Getting the Work-Life Balance Right

Getting the Work-Life Balance Right

Healthcare & Welfare

Moving to a new place can be incredibly exciting, but it can also be challenging, especially in the first year. As you build a new home, explore new areas, and meet new people, you encounter challenges as you try to adapt to a new education and healthcare system while securing a suitable job. That’s why we are here to help! We’ve created practical guidelines to help you thrive during your first year in Hong Kong.

Planning for Healthcare Needs

Planning for Healthcare Needs

Healthcare & Welfare

When moving to Hong Kong, it's important to consider your healthcare needs. While you may not need medical attention immediately, it's wise to be prepared for various scenarios. This could include routine care like getting antibiotics, seeking specialist consultations, or handling unexpected situations such as sprains or fractures. Additionally, if you have pre-existing conditions like asthma or diabetes, you'll need to plan for their ongoing management. Familiarising yourself with the local healthcare sy

Pharmacies and Therapeutic Services

Pharmacies and Therapeutic Services

Healthcare & Welfare

Hope for the best, and prepare for the worst. Emergency assistance is accessible to anyone in Hong Kong, and pharmacies are practically everywhere to cover less urgent medical needs. The bottom line is, in case of an emergency, just keep calm and dial 999. The emergency hotline will send help quickly.

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Healthcare & Welfare

If you’re looking for traditional Chinese remedies to treat illness, there are plenty of places in Hong Kong where you can try therapies such as acupuncture, cupping, and herbal remedies, plus Tui Na massage and reflexology. The first Chinese medicine hospital in Hong Kong is expected to commence services in phases starting in 2025, which will bring even more Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) options to the city.

Physical Fitness

Physical Fitness

Healthcare & Welfare

With a large proportion of the Hong Kong population working in sleek office complexes (and often not having much time to work out during lunch), exercise is usually done after work or on the weekends. Join them in the quest to achieve both health and wealth!

Early Childhood Medical Service

Early Childhood Medical Service

Healthcare & Welfare

It may not be all sunshine and rainbows over here, but Hong Kong has world-class support to deal with any health problems your little ones may encounter. As it should be, the health and development of children are treated with utmost importance here. The Department of Health has dedicated seven Child Assessment Centres across the city to provide assessment and remedial services for children with developmental problems.

Hospitals and Clinics

Hospitals and Clinics

Healthcare & Welfare

Hong Kong boasts a world-class healthcare system. Thanks to its extensive network of clinics, hospitals, and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) clinics across every region and district, as well as its top-class medical facilities and highly skilled staff, Hong Kong was ranked first in Asia in Bloomberg's 2018 Health Care Efficiency Index.

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