Skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in Hong Kong and the risk of diagnosis is greatly increased by environmental factors, mainly sun exposure. Understanding how to protect yourself from the sun, along with identifying and monitoring skin changes can significantly reduce your risk of skin
Stop Smoking
The World Health Organization states that tobacco use is the single greatest avoidable risk factor for cancer mortality worldwide, causing lung, stomach, cervix and many more types of cancer. Smokers also risk the lives of those around them through second-hand and third-hand smoke. Smoking is a major cause of lung
Healthy Lifestyle
It is common sense that the healthier and stronger you are, the more robust your immune system will be and the less vulnerable you are when it comes to diseases. Obesity is not only a sign of an unhealthy lifestyle; it is a contributing factor to cancer among other chronic
Coping with diagnosis
Hearing you have cancer is typically unexpected, challenging and life-changing. It may be difficult to understand or even believe what you are hearing and can evoke a wide range of emotions. It is common to feel anger, fear and depression about your cancer, however, with time, hopefully, these emotions will
Other Useful Information
Hong Kong sites: Hospital Authority Hong Kong Cancer Registry Local cancer statistics recorded by Hong Kong Hospital Authority. http://www3.ha.org.hk/cancereg Hereditary Gastrointestinal Cancer Genetic Diagnosis Laboratory The Hereditary Gastrointestinal Cancer Genetic Diagnosis Laboratory was established since 1995 and has been providing genetic diagnosis for families with familial colorectal cancer. http://www.hku.hk/patho/colonreg Hong
For Caregivers
When a loved one is diagnosed with cancer, the lives of family and friends are also turned upside down when they step into the important role of caregiver. Although deeply rewarding, this role can be incredibly stressful and challenging. Providing constant care, keeping up to date with medical knowledge and
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