Health Matters

NEW SCMP Hong Kong Series

Health sits at the core of our lives. In the Health Matters series, the South China Morning Post explores major health concerns and emerging wellness trends, explaining why they matter.

Updated: 16 Jul, 2026

An elderly man hangs upside down on a horizontal bar during his morning exercise in Fanling, Hong Kong. Photo: Eugene Lee

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Confronting cancer in Hong Kong

As cancer is the leading cause of death in Hong Kong, the South China Morning Post’s Health Matters wellness series explores how well the city has tackled the disease while offering residents practical advice on prevention, detection and management.

31 May, 2026

Confronting cancer in Hong Kong. Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen

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How can Hong Kong age well?

With Hong Kong’s population rapidly greying, the South China Morning Post’s Health Matters series examines how older adults and the next generation of retirees can meet the challenges of ageing while maintaining health and quality of life.

12 Jul, 2026

Elderly pictured in Cheung Sha Wan. Photo: Jelly Tse