Prof. Gary Lau, Director of HKU Stroke, was honored to be invited to participate in the 24th Asian Horological Trade & Industry Promotion Conference (AHTIPC). As a premier regional exchange platform for the Asian watch and clock industry, the AHTIPC brings together industry leaders and stakeholders across Asia to explore market trends, foster technological exchange, and deepen collaboration. Under this year’s theme, "The Future of Watchmaking: Smart Technology as a Catalyst f

Clinical research shows that the Mediterranean diet can cut the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases by 48%! 💡 The Mediterranean Diet = Originating from the traditional daily habits of Mediterranean coastal regions, helping regulate blood pressure over time, effectively lowering stroke risk and keeping your heart and blood vessels resilient 💙 Even if you're not living by the Mediterranean, you can easily adopt it 🥗Key Takeaways: 🫒 Cook with healthy fats (fa

Following the broadcast of the RTHK episode 《醫生與你 - 醫學．人》「與中風者同行」(Healing Hands 2026: Walking Alongside Stroke Patients), the HKU Stroke team has received an outpouring of heartfelt responses. This episode not only chronicles the journey of Dr. Gary Lau and our team in driving stroke prevention, rehabilitation, and medical education innovation, but also captures the shared reflections of key companions along the way: "I actually understand very well—everything you are d

HKU Stroke Director, Prof. Gary Lau, was honoured to be invited to Guangzhou from August 28 to 30, 2026, to attend the 28th Academic Conference of Neurology of Guangdong Medical Association & the 18th Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Academic Conference of Neurology (GDMA 2026). This conference aimed to strengthen academic exchanges in neurology within Guangdong Province, enhance standards in neurological research and clinical care, and provide a professional academic platform for n

Amidst the storms that follow the onset of a stroke, survivors navigate a challenging road to recovery. Walking alongside them every step of the way is the dedicated mission of Prof. Gary Lau. Gary has continuously led healthcare professionals and students with utmost professionalism and a human-centred spirit. Beyond clinical care, he has driven multifaceted initiatives—from leveraging artificial intelligence to develop the rehabilitation app "Smart Rehab", to integrating Au

We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Golden Age Foundation for inviting us and for their outstanding organization of the 11th Golden Age Expo and Summit! We are sincerely grateful to all our dedicated volunteers, colleagues, partners from various sectors and disciplines, and to every enthusiastic visitor who joined us. Thanks to your support, HKU Stroke was able to offer a range of complimentary health screenings, consultations, interactive activities, sharing sessions, and

Seize this rare opportunity to visit Booth E17–20 at the Golden Age Expo & Summit and experience: 🧠 Information presentation on stroke prevention 🩺 Free health check-ups 🥼 Free stroke risk testing and health consultation services 📱 SmartRehab mobile rehabilitation application experience zone 🥗 HealthMaxx and nutrition calculator trial zone 🧂Potassium-enriched salt tasting area 🕹️ Exercise intensity experience zone See you today at the HKCEC! #HKUStroke #HKCEC #GAES2026

In a busy life, how can you exercise regularly while taking care of your body? A group of students have some great ideas for you! 🌐 World Health Organization Recommendation: For adults, 150 minutes of moderate-intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic exercise per week can effectively reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke. ❤️🧠 🤸 Moderate-ntensity exercise target heart rate: 50%−70% of (220−age) 💬 The simple talk test: You can talk but not sing d

HKU Stroke is honored to once again be invited by the Golden Age Foundation to participate in this year's Golden Age Exhibition & Summit! The rapid development of smart technology brings greater benefits to the health monitoring of the elderly and the general public. At the same time, HKU Stroke actively collaborates and conducts research with various sectors, hoping to use innovative technology to bring tangible changes to stroke prevention and management, thereby bringing m

After a stroke, patients may experience "Stroke in Evolution," meaning the overall condition is still evolving and brain damage is not yet fully stable.🩺 Even after the acute phase, symptoms may fluctuate.🤕 Early hospitalization after a stroke is crucial. Timely treatment with medication or surgery can prevent further damage, save brain cells, and reduce the risk of complications.🏩 🧠 "Neuroplasticity": This involves redeveloping brain function, training surrounding health