Atrial fibrillation and stroke prevention

The free health screening event for occuputional drivers, "World Health Day | BE STROKE SMART!" was a great success! We are now pleased to share the highlights video🎥 from that day. 🔗 Join Mr. Tse, a concrete mixer truck driver, for an immersive health check experience: Once again, thank you to all the participating drivers, student volunteers, and partners. Let’s continue working hand in hand to raise awareness about stroke prevention and safeguard the health of our commun

In recent years, more and more people under the age of 55 who appear healthy and lead busy lives, have suddenly collapsed due to brain hemorrhage, finding themselves at the edge of life and death within just a few hours

Dr. Gary Lau, Director of HKU Stroke, will be sharing practical insights on stroke prevention and management, as well as how community support and technology can play a vital role in promoting recovery and rehabilitation. Topic: Stroke Prevention and Health Management: Prevention, Care, and Rehabilitation Support 📅 Date: 23 May 2026 (Saturday) ⏰ Time: 2:30 – 3:45 PM 📍 Venue: Side Chapel, 1/F, EFCC Kong Fok Church (Far East Finance Centre, 16 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, Hong

In response to 🌍 World Health Day, we @hkumed @hkustroke organized this special event last Sunday (April 19th), providing free health screenings for approximately 200 occupational drivers. This is also a key part of the "18-District Health Community Project", a collaborative effort between the HKUMed, the Home and Youth Affairs Bureau, and the District Services and Community Care Teams. Led by Dr. Gary Lau, Director of HKU Stroke and Clinical Associate Professor of Departme

What does the daily work routine and dietary habits of occupational drivers really look like? What potential health risks may be hidden and easily overlooked? Watch the video now—taxi driver Mr. Fung takes you through his daily work life.

In support of World Health Day on April 7, the LKS Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong, will host a Free Health Screening Event on Sunday, 19 April 2026 , aiming to promote health awareness among the public, with a particular focus on occupational drivers and individuals who spend prolonged hours driving, who may face increased risks of conditions such as stroke. Prolonged driving, shift work, and high stress environments are known to increase the risk of strok

Did you know that cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST) is a rare cause of stroke and is more commonly seen in younger stroke patients under the age of 55 ? Common symptoms include severe headache, double vision or partial loss of vision, limb weakness, and even altered consciousness . Unlike conventional arterial strokes, CVST is not associated with the common vascular risk factors such as hypertension, diabetes, or hyperlipidemia. Instead, it is typically triggered by in

Dr. Gary Lau was invited by Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK) to participate in a live Radio Program “精靈一點” for promoting stroke prevention. Over the past 20 years in Hong Kong, cases of “young stroke” have increased by more than 30%. Stroke is the second leading cause of death worldwide. When it comes to saving a stroke patient, every second counts. 🕒 To prevent stroke, it is essential to control the “three highs”, especially high blood pressure. Staying up late, smoking,

Stroke is increasingly affecting younger adults. Clinical data indicate that among patients aged 18–55 who experience stroke, approximately 60% have elevated cholesterol and 40% are overweight or obese. Stroke is no longer confined to older individuals; vascular injury at any age can have devastating consequences. Cholesterol is essential for normal physiological function; the problem arises when levels are imbalanced. High-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) helps protec