Hong Kong is standing firm on its childhood immunisation schedule, directly countering recent revisions made by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This divergence isn’t simply a matter of differing opinions; it highlights a growing global debate about vaccine schedules, risk assessment, and the balance between individual choice and public health imperatives. … Read more
RSV Immunization: Beyond Baby Boomers – A New Era of Proactive Respiratory Defense A startling 60% of adults over 60 remain susceptible to severe RSV infection, a figure that underscores a critical gap in respiratory health protection. But the story isn’t just about older adults anymore. The recent surge in RSV cases, coupled with the … Read more
Hong Kong’s Hepatitis B Screening Initiative: A Blueprint for Proactive Public Health in the Genomic Age Every year, approximately 1.5 million people worldwide die from complications of viral hepatitis – a figure exceeding deaths from HIV, tuberculosis, or malaria. While often asymptomatic for decades, chronic hepatitis B can lead to cirrhosis, liver cancer, and ultimately, … Read more