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

HKU Stroke have been honored to partner with Chinese International School, along with other schools and organisations, in recent years to organize free health screening initiatives, raising public awareness about health and stroke prevention. Members of the graduating class actively participated in these activities, experiencing firsthand that beyond technology, human connection and compassion remain irreplaceable. At the graduation ceremony, Professor Lau shared personal i

delegation from Xiamen C&D Health Group visited the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine of The University of Hong Kong for an in-depth exchange on healthcare innovation and collaboration.

While dining in restaurants, one often encounters occupational drivers rushing through their meals, finishing in just over ten minutes before hurrying back to their posts. 🚗 Long hours of driving, shift work, prolonged sitting with little physical activity, combined with high-sodium and high-fat diets, increase the risk of hypertension and stroke ⚠️. For this reason, the HKUMed and the HKU Stroke team organized a health screening event, providing free health checks for profe

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