Tag: Health
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Specialist wait times now average 1.6 weeks
Amid concerns over escalating demand for hospital rehabilitation services linked to Macau’s rapidly aging population, the Health Bureau (SSM) recently announced that in the first half ... -
Ninth imported dengue case confirmed in Macau
The Health Bureau (SSM) reported the ninth imported dengue fever case this year over the weekend, involving a 13-year-old boy who recently traveled to South Korea, ... -
Southern region hit by outbreak of mosquito-borne infection chikungunya
China is experiencing an outbreak of chikungunya, a mosquito-borne infection, with thousands of cases reported in the south. Chikungunya fever cases jumped to 4,014 on Friday, ... -
June sees sharp rise in flu and enterovirus cases
The Health Bureau (SSM) reported a total of 1,616 cases of notifiable diseases in June. Among these, enterovirus infections showed a significant monthly increase, with 153 ... -
Union Medical Center unveils first tomotherapy cancer treatment in the city
The Macau Union Medical Center recently performed its first tomotherapy treatment, the Islands Healthcare Complex – Macao Medical Center of Peking Union Medical College Hospital announced. ... -
Child flu cases surge as infections hit alert levels
SSM data shows influenza activity in Macau has surged past the alert threshold, signaling the peak of the summer flu season. The Health Bureau (SSM) reports ... -
Mosquito larvae found in homes prompt citywide inspections
Health Bureau (SSM) director Alvis Lo has urged residents to stay vigilant as the city intensifies its mosquito prevention campaign amid rising concerns over dengue and ... -
Cotai Hospital launches first medical residency program
The Islands Healthcare Complex – Macao Medical Center of Peking Union Medical College Hospital (PUMCH) officially launched its inaugural Medical Residency Program at the Macao Union ... -
Colorectal cancer among top three causes of death in Macau
Colorectal cancer, the second most prevalent cancer in Macau and a major cause of cancer-related deaths, has lowered its screening program age range to 50-69 years ... -
Alert Deadly listeria outbreak linked to chicken alfredo fettucine sold at Kroger and Walmart
A listeria food poisoning outbreak that has killed three people and led to one pregnancy loss is linked to newly recalled heat-and-eat chicken fettucine alfredo products ... -
Cardiovascular deaths decline, but hypertension rising among local youth
The Macau Association of Cardiovascular Interventions held its annual forum over the weekend, with president Dr. Tang Sek Wai noting a trend despite a general decline ... -
Council calls to expand smoke-free zones to hospitals, clinics, and parks
Members of the Social Advisory Council have urged authorities to broaden smoke-free areas across the city, proposing that hospitals, clinics, parks, and other public spaces be ... -
SSM reports drop in smoking rates, plans tougher tobacco measures
Deputy director of the Health Bureau (SSM), Cheang Seng Ip, reaffirmed the government’s strong anti-smoking stance on World No Tobacco Day. Last week, a multi-agency meeting ... -
Health City sees more doctors, fewer beds in 2024
The healthcare workforce in Macau grew slightly in 2024, according to data released by the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC). By the end of the year, ... -
New round of medical vouchers set to be available next month
The Executive Council (ExCo) announced yesterday that the MOP700 electronic healthcare subsidy for each eligible Macau resident, initially outlined in the 2025 Policy Address, will be ... -
Eastern District health center set to open in H2
The health center in the Eastern District is expected to open in the second half of the year, with Kuok Cheong U, deputy director of the ... -
Covid-19 is still active in Macau, says SSM
The Health Bureau (SSM) has reported that while the Covid-19 pandemic in Macau remains at a relatively high level of activity, it is reassuring to note ... -
Gov’t reports 3,600 mental illness patients; SSM commits to protecting their rights
Macau’s mental illness patient population reached 3,600 by the end of September last year, and the Health Bureau (SSM) has emphasized that any involuntary hospitalizations of ... -
Gov’t plans to boost careers of young medical professionals
The Medical Affairs Council unveiled a strategic plan to empower young healthcare workers through cross-border collaboration, specialized training, and systemic reforms. The announcement was made yesterday ... -
Gov’t seeks pilot sites for expanded no-smoking areas in public spaces
The Health Bureau (SSM) is seeking pilot sites for designated smoking areas as part of its efforts to expand outdoor smoking restrictions to include school and ... -
Macao Union Hospital to ease 25% of public healthcare burden by 2027
The Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture, O Lam, has affirmed that by the end of 2027, Macao Union Hospital is expected to absorb 25% of ... -
Health Bureau unifies residency training enrollment, offers 59 places
The Health Bureau (SSM) has announced that, in collaboration with the Macau Union Hospital, it has unified the enrollment for residency training in public medical institutions ... -
Gov’t to leverage ‘Peking Union’ brand to boost medical tourism
The government will use the “Peking Union” brand to boost the Macao Medical Center of the Peking Union Medical College Hospital, also called Macao Union Hospital, ... -
Poor sleep linked to complex heart and kidney disease syndrome
People with a complex heart, kidney and metabolic-related condition who got better quality sleep were less likely to have an advanced stage of the illness than ... -
Organ donation registration sees rise and plans to simplify process
The Health Bureau (SSM) reported a 6.6% increase in organ donation registrations in 2024, with 6,380 residents now registered as donors. The bureau plans to further ... -
Macao Union Hospital opens specialist services to non-residents
The Macao Union Hospital has extended its specialist outpatient services to non-local residents, including blue card holders, student visa holders, and special stay permit holders. According ... -
Alvis Lo reports decrease in influenza cases
Health Bureau director Alvis Lo reported a decrease in influenza cases in the region, while the detection rate for new Covid-19 cases has risen to 16%. ... -
Lawmaker questions effectiveness of blueprint in addressing mental health issues
Lawmaker Ho Ion Sang has questioned the effectiveness of the “Healthy Macao Blueprint” in tackling mental health awareness amid the rise in suicide deaths in 2024. ... -
January sees over 2,500 communicable disease cases
The Health Bureau (SSM) has reported 2,529 cases of notifiable communicable diseases for January. The top three diseases with the highest number of reported cases were ... -
Blood pressure patterns differ between South and East Asian adults in UK
Disparities in how high blood pressure and cardiovascular risks may develop among South Asian and East Asian adults in the United Kingdom highlight the need for ... -
Associations urge free flu vaccines for domestic workers
Following two flu-related deaths in Macau, local associations are calling for domestic workers to be included in the free flu vaccination program, citing their critical role ... -
Flu season in the US is the most intense it’s been in at least 15 years
The U.S. winter virus season is in full force, and by one measure is the most intense in 15 years. One indicator of flu activity is ... -
SSM says it is improving the eHR system, but hassles continue for non-residents
The Health Bureau (SSM) claims to constantly improve its “Electronic Health Record Platform (eHR).” However, the Times learned that the digitization of medical records and diagnostic ... -
Gov’t to enforce special measures to address flu ‘peak season’ despite high vaccination rate
An interdepartmental group comprised of the Health Bureau (SSM), the Social Welfare Bureau (IAS), and the Education and Youth Development Bureau (DSEDJ) has announced that it ... -
The rate of HMPV infections in northern China is declining, official says
The rate of infections with the flu-like human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in northern China is declining, a health official said yesterday, amid some international concern over a ...
