Health Corner

Although COVID-19 has eased over time, the disease has not completely disappeared, and infections leading to death continue to occur each year. Fatal cases caused by COVID-19 have never ceased entirely, so the risk remains present. Why is COVID-19 still a concern?While COVID-19 is no longer considered a global pandemic, infections and deaths continue to be reported worldwide — including in Hong Kong. According to the Centre for Health Protection, from January 30, 2023 to December 28, 2024, there were still 1,398 deaths preliminarily assessed to be related to COVID-19. Therefore,...

Facing the ongoing challenges of the pandemic, hidden transmission chains of new virus variants have recently been spreading in the community, once again drawing public attention to COVID-19 vaccination. Each person has a different physical constitution and may react differently to the vaccine. These reactions also depend on one’s diet and lifestyle. Therefore, maintaining good health and proper nutrition before and after vaccination is important to support the immune system and help the vaccine work effectively. What should I do to prepare for vaccination? Is it helpful to take...

There are many causes of sore throat, ranging from the common cold to more serious conditions like influenza or inflammation. While many people tend to overlook a mild sore throat, persistent pain may be caused by inflammation or even malignant tumors — so it must not be ignored. Why does a sore throat occur? Is it always a sign of a cold? The “throat” generally refers to both the pharynx and larynx — the upper airway area extending from the nasal cavity to the esophagus and trachea. A sore throat can have many causes, and not all are related to infections....

There are many causes of sore throat, ranging from the common cold to more serious conditions like influenza or inflammation. While many people tend to overlook a mild sore throat, persistent pain may be caused by inflammation or even malignant tumors — so it must not be ignored. Why does a sore throat occur? Is it always a sign of a cold? The “throat” generally refers to both the pharynx and larynx — the upper airway area extending from the nasal cavity to the esophagus and trachea. A sore throat can have many causes, and not all are related to infections....

What is hepatitis? Are there different types? Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver caused by infectious viruses. It can also result from viral infection, chemical exposure, drug abuse, certain medications, or immune system disorders.At least six different types of hepatitis viruses have been identified: A, B, C, D, E, and G.Most viral hepatitis cases are acute, but hepatitis B and C can become chronic, turning patients into long-term carriers. Hepatitis AA type of viral hepatitis that usually causes acute hepatitis and jaundice. Most patients recover completely, but in rare cases it can...