BMI Calculator
Classification (BMI) Underweight (BMI <18.5) Normal (BMI 18.5-22.9) Overweight (BMI 23.0-24.9) Obese (BMI≥25.0)
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) Screening test
Self-monitoring: Home blood pressure monitoring 1. Buy blood pressure machine (monitor) Use automated monitor, costs around HKD400 or above Use upper arm monitor (Wrist monitors are not accurate) If you are unsure which one to buy, ask your doctor or nurse for advice 2. Keep a diary of your blood pressure readings How to use […]
Prostate Cancer Screening
Screening Test Two main tests for prostate cancer screening 1. Digital rectal exam (DRE): The doctor or nurse inserts a gloved lubricated finger into the rectum and feels the prostate to check for anything abnormal. 2. Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test: Blood test to check the PSA level in the blood. Screening interval PSA can be […]
Colorectal cancer screening
Who should be screened? Screening tests Colorectal cancer screening pilot programme Who should be screened? People aged 50 – 75 years old Family medical history of colorectal cancer History of colonic polyps Prolonged bowel inflammation Screening tests Faecal Occult Blood Test (FOBT): (should be done every 1 – 2 years) FOBT is a stool test, […]
Cervical cancer screening
Women who have ever had sexual experience and are aged between 25 and 64 years old should have regular pap smears, NO MATTER whether you are single or married If you are over 64 years old and have never had a pap smear, you should seek for doctor’s advice even if you no longer have […]
Breast Cancer screening
Breast self-awareness Mammogram Local Mammogram Service Providers Breast self-awareness Look: Stand in front of a mirror with arms at side and other positions: Feel: for the changes in the breast and look for signs and symptoms of breast cancer 1.Dimples in the breast 2. Skin changes 3. Nipples turn inward 4. Lump in the breast […]
Controlled drinking
Statistics How much is too much per day Long term alcohol related health effects How to reduce harm if you choose to drink alcohol? Local services Statistics 33 million deaths worldwide 5.9% of all deaths worldwide Related to 200 diseases and injury conditions In the age group 20 – 39 years approximately 25 % of […]
Stop smoking
Smokers have a very high risk of developing cancers and chronic illnesses What is secondhand smoke? Benefits of smoking cessation Tips on quitting smoking Medication for quitting smoking Smoking cessation services What is secondhand smoke? A combination of smoke coming out of smoker’s mouth and the smoke given off by the burning of cigarette. Benefits […]
Be Happy
What is stress? Common source of stress Symptoms of stress Healthy habits that can prevent stress Stress screening Test What is stress? Stress is a normal part of life; however persistent stress can have serious consequences on your health. Common source of stress Symptoms of stress Healthy habits that can prevent stress Get enough sleep […]
Move More
Benefits of physical activity Frequency and intensity of physical activity What is Moderate intensity and Vigorous intensity physical activity? Tips to get more exercise Tips to get more exercise at home Videos Benefits of physical activity 1.Helps lose weight 2.Releases tension/stress and improves your mood 3.Improves your sleep 4. Prevent and manage high blood pressure […]