Yoga 101: Which Style is Right for You?
Yoga comes in many different forms so there is definitely a kind of yoga for you. We’ve put together this guide to help you discover yours!
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Coronavirus and Pregnancy: What to Know (Updated)
What are coronavirus risks for your pregnancy? All your questions answered by Dr. Zara Chan, OBGYN.
Read MoreYour Practical, Doctor-Reviewed Guide to Morning After Pills in Hong Kong
Looking for a morning-after pill in Hong Kong? Here is a comprehensive guide, reviewed by Dr. Zara Chan 陳駱靈岫, Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecology. As starter, note that there are two types of emergency contraceptive pills and both require a doctor’s prescription: Ulipristal Acetate (UPA EC Pill) and Progestogen EC Pill (LNG EC Pill). What […]
Read MoreThe Expert Guide to Oncologists in Hong Kong
Cancer is the number one cause of death in Hong Kong, and there is a growing need for specialised doctors (oncologists). Healthy Matters brings you a practical and expert guide to finding oncologists in Hong Kong, including costs and insurance cover. Methodology: This guide does not aim to be exhaustive. It is informative only and […]
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Obstetrician-Gynecologists in Hong Kong
Looking for an obstetrician-gynecologist (OB-GYN) in Hong Kong? Healthy Matters brings you an expert, comprehensive guide, to help you with all the details you need! Methodology: This guide does not aim to be exhaustive. It is informative only and based on our independent research. No practitioner or clinic paid any fees or rendered any services […]
Read MoreWhy Women Are More Likely To Die Of Heart Attack
Heart disease, which is often first diagnosed after a heart attack, is the third leading cause of death in Hong Kong, causing 13.6% of female deaths in 2016. Heart attacks are often missed in women as they generally experience symptoms differently than men. We explain how heart attack symptoms are experienced between genders. Heart attacks […]
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Optometrists in Hong Kong
Looking for an optometrist in Hong Kong? Healthy Matters brings you an expert, practical guide with all the details you need. Methodology: This guide does not aim to be exhaustive. It is informative only and based on our independent research. No practitioner or clinic paid any fees or rendered any services in exchange of inclusion […]
Read MoreCervical Cancer in Hong Kong: Expert Guide
Cervical cancer is almost completely preventable but it still touches too many women. Here is all you should know.
Read More7 Proven Health Benefits of Massage
Massage can be a great way to improve your physical and mental health. Here are the top health excuses to enjoy a massage!
Read MoreBreast Cancer Symptoms and Screening Options in Hong Kong
Every October we proudly support Breast Cancer Awareness Month. But throughout the year, breast cancer in Hong Kong remains the number one cancer affecting women and the number three most frequent cancer affecting both men and women, alongside colon cancer (one), lung cancer (two), prostate cancer (four), and liver cancer (five). Furthermore, in comparison to […]
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