According to the Hospital Authority's statistics (as of March 2025), waiting times for stable new cases at certain specialist outpatient clinics has reached an alarming 183 weeks. Faced with such overwhelming demand, it’s natural for residents to worry: ‘When I fall ill, how can I receive the most appropriate treatment?’ How does the public hospital waiting system actually operate? Which surgeries or specialties have the longest queues? Are there ways to access treatment more quickly? Understanding how the system works—alongside potential alternatives—can help you plan suitable healthcare arrangements for yourself and your family earlier, easing concerns about future health risks.

When people think of Sammi Cheng, they often picture her dazzling on stage and her fit, toned physique. As the saying goes, ‘One minute on stage requires ten years of hard work behind the scenes.’ What the audience witnesses is just the culmination of her dedication – beneath her remarkable performances and impressive physique lies an unwavering determination. Every time she faces a challenge, she not only rises to the occasion but also emerges stronger and more confident.

From a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, soups aren't just a warm dish on the table – they're a way to regulate your constitution and balance your internal organs. Especially in humid, hot environments and with fast-paced lifestyles like in Hong Kong, using natural, heat-clearing ingredients to make soups can help detoxify the body, soothe the gut, calm the mind, and promote restful sleep. We’re introducing 5 simple, family-friendly cooling soups—each designed to clear heat, detoxify the body, reduce dampness, and soothe internal heat. Pick your favourites!