The University Of Hong Kong

This study tested whether a third dose of either the CoronaVac or Comirnaty vaccine boosts immunity better in adults who had two prior doses at least six months earlier. Researchers measured antibody levels in 451 participants from Hong Kong 28 days after the booster. The goal wa…

This study looked at 300 adults aged 30 and older who had already received two doses of an inactivated COVID-19 vaccine (like Sinovac or Sinopharm) at least three months earlier. They were given a booster dose of an mRNA vaccine (Pfizer/BioNTech). Researchers measured their antib…

This study tested different application times (3 seconds to 2 minutes) of 38% silver diamine fluoride solution to see which works best for stopping cavities in preschool children. Over 600 healthy kids aged 3-5 with at least one cavity participated. Researchers checked if the cav…

This study looked at 6 people with schizophrenia who were already taking a combination of two long-acting injectable medications: Abilify Maintena and Rexulti. Researchers tracked their symptoms and side effects over 6 months to see how well the combo worked in everyday life. The…

This study tested whether a device that measures liver fat at home can motivate people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) to stick with diet and exercise. Ten adults with NAFLD used the device and received standard care. The goal was to see if home monitoring leads to…

This study tested two long-acting injectable medications, aripiprazole and paliperidone, in 165 people who use stimulants and have psychosis. The goal was to see if these drugs could better manage psychosis and prevent progression to chronic schizophrenia compared to standard tre…

This study tested a new counseling method designed to prevent smoking relapse in people who had recently quit. Researchers worked with 100 ex-smokers in Hong Kong to see if the approach was practical and liked by both counselors and participants. Early results will help decide if…

This study tested a home exercise program called STEP@Home for older adults who are starting to become frail. The program includes balance, strength, and aerobic exercises done three times a week for 20 weeks. Researchers enrolled 40 people aged 60 and older who were discharged f…

This study tested two different drug combinations for people with active lupus nephritis, a serious kidney condition caused by lupus. It compared tacrolimus plus steroids against mycophenolate mofetil plus steroids. The goal was to see which combination better controlled kidney d…

This study tested a new artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm against the standard LI-RADS criteria for diagnosing liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) on CT scans. Researchers enrolled 300 people at risk for liver cancer who had a new liver nodule found on ultrasound. The go…

This study tested whether mindfulness training can prevent relapse in people with psychosis. 152 participants who were in remission were randomly assigned to either mindfulness training or standard education. Researchers tracked them for 12 months to see who had a relapse.

This study tested several types of flu vaccines in over 1,800 adults aged 65-82 in Hong Kong over four years. The goal was to see which vaccine or combination of vaccines provides the strongest and longest-lasting immune protection. Researchers measured antibody levels and immune…

This study looked at whether telling overweight East Asians their genetic risk for type 2 diabetes, combined with using a Fitbit, could encourage them to be more active. 355 participants aged 40-60 were split into groups: some got just a Fitbit, others got their genetic risk plus…

This study tested whether personalized chat messages via WhatsApp could help people who recently quit smoking stay smoke-free. 590 participants in Hong Kong who had quit for 3 to 30 days received either standard care or additional one-on-one messaging with a trained counselor and…

This study tests if group cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can reduce anxiety and insomnia in teens aged 12-20. About 171 participants with both conditions will receive either CBT for anxiety or CBT for insomnia. The goal is to see which approach better improves symptoms, sleep…

This study tests whether cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) can improve sleep and ADHD symptoms in adolescents aged 12 to 18 who have both ADHD and insomnia. Participants receive either CBT-I plus usual care or usual care alone. The goal is to see if addressing in…

This study tested whether a chatbot providing instant messaging support via WhatsApp could help adult smokers in Hong Kong quit. Over 1,000 participants received either brief advice plus chatbot support or brief advice alone. The goal was to see if the chatbot led to higher quit …

This study tests whether pediatric massage can improve behavior and social skills in children aged 3 to 10 with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Children receive massage twice a week for 12 weeks from a professional, plus at-home massage from trained parents. Researchers also use …

This study tested whether personalized motivational messages sent via apps like WhatsApp could improve thinking skills and physical activity in lung cancer survivors who have memory or concentration problems. 124 survivors wore activity trackers and received custom messages for t…

This study tested a 4-week music program called 'Tuned In' for 133 Hong Kong teens struggling with low mood, anxiety, or loneliness. Participants were randomly assigned to start the program right away or wait 4 weeks. The program, led by a psychologist and music therapist, aimed …

This study tested a program called the Westmead Feelings Program 2 for Chinese children with autism in Hong Kong primary schools. The goal was to help them better understand and manage emotions. 85 children took part, and researchers measured changes in emotional skills and behav…

This study tested a personalized brain-training method called neurofeedback for children with ADHD. 51 children participated, and the training was tailored to each child's unique brain patterns. The goal was to see if this approach could improve attention and reduce ADHD symptoms…

This study tested two methods of pain relief after shoulder fracture surgery: a single injection of a long-acting drug (liposomal bupivacaine) versus a continuous drip of standard painkiller through a small tube. 78 adults aged 18-80 who had shoulder fracture repair took part. Th…

This small study tested whether training with a robotic exoskeleton (a wearable robot suit) can help improve bowel function in people with spinal cord injury. Ten adults with long-term spinal cord injury used the exoskeleton in a supervised program. Researchers measured changes i…

This study tested a program where mothers and their children with intellectual disabilities (ages 6-12) did art activities together to improve their relationship and well-being. 157 mother-child pairs took part, with some receiving the art program and others continuing usual care…

This study tested a program called 'My DEER Compassion' that teaches self-compassion skills to children with ADHD. 96 children in Hong Kong, along with their parents, took part in sessions to learn how to be kinder to themselves. The goal was to see if this could improve their em…

This study tested a special break program for caregivers of older adults in Hong Kong who have no children or little contact with them. Thirty caregivers took part and were checked before, right after, and three months after the program for changes in their physical health, menta…

This study tested a 6-week program that combines cognitive behavioral therapy, lifestyle tips, and communication skills for people caring for older adults in Hong Kong. The goal was to see if it could lower stress, depression, and anxiety in caregivers. 255 caregivers took part, …

This pilot study tested whether electromagnetic therapy (EMT) can help improve autism symptoms in children. Thirty children aged 3-12 with mild to moderate autism were randomly assigned to receive either their usual care plus EMT or usual care alone. The treatment involved 30 ses…

This study tested whether a brain-training technique called neurofeedback, combined with virtual reality (VR), could improve attention and self-control in children with ADHD. 138 children aged 7-12 took part in 16 training sessions over 8 weeks. The goal was to see if this approa…

This study tested a technology-based program (T-FAME) that helps heart failure patients and their families manage care at home after a hospital stay. The program uses a smartphone app to support self-care and family involvement, aiming to improve quality of life and reduce hospit…

This study tested two different methods to control pain after wrist fracture surgery. One group received a long-lasting numbing medicine (liposomal bupivacaine) plus standard bupivacaine, while the other group received a sedative (dexmedetomidine) plus standard bupivacaine. The g…

This study tested whether online home-based peer support helps first-time mothers with low breastfeeding confidence breastfeed longer and more exclusively. Over 400 mothers in Hong Kong received either standard care or up to three home visits from trained peer counselors. Researc…

This study looked at whether combining acupuncture and acupressure can improve thinking, independence, mood, sleep, and pain in elderly people with mild to moderate dementia. About 236 people aged 65 and older from nursing homes took part. They received either routine care, acupu…

This study tested whether an 8-week mindfulness program could reduce depressive symptoms in new mothers. 70 women in Hong Kong with mild to moderate postnatal depression were split into two groups: one took the mindfulness course, the other received a booklet with general advice.…

This small study tested whether adding mild brain stimulation (tDCS) to a computer-based naming therapy helps Cantonese-speaking adults with aphasia after stroke find words more quickly and accurately. Six participants completed two 5-day therapy blocks—one with real stimulation …

This study tested if chewing gum can help people smoke less or quit. 80 adults in Hong Kong who wanted to quit or cut down either used chewing gum or tried to quit on their own for one week. Researchers measured how much they smoked and checked their saliva to confirm if they had…

This study tested a 6-week coaching program based on the Information-Motivation-Behavioral skills model to help patients with chronic hypercapnic respiratory failure use their home ventilator more consistently. The program included education, motivation, and practical skills trai…

This study tested whether a chatbot could help young smokers (up to age 25) quit tobacco. Over 150 participants used the chatbot as part of a youth quitline program. Researchers checked how many joined, stayed, and found it useful, and measured quit rates with saliva tests. The g…

This study tested a 12-week telephone-based program for heart failure patients and their family caregivers. The program included six weekly sessions followed by four follow-up calls, focusing on improving the relationship between patient and caregiver, as well as each person's re…

This study tested whether a virtual reality (VR) room called VR CAVE can teach community health nursing skills as effectively as a physical mock home. 150 final-year nursing students practiced home visits for patients with COPD and tuberculosis in both settings. Results showed bo…

This completed study in Hong Kong enrolled 977 adults aged 18-45 to understand how getting the flu vaccine year after year changes the body's immune response. Participants received either the Flublok vaccine or a saline placebo. Researchers measured antibody levels and looked for…

This study looked at how different messages affect Japanese parents' willingness to get the HPV vaccine for their daughters aged 12-18. Over 1300 parents took part in surveys and experiments. The goal was to find better ways to communicate about the vaccine and increase acceptanc…

This study tested a community program to improve eHealth literacy in older adults aged 65 and above in Hong Kong. 93 participants attended a lecture and hands-on session on using smartphones and evaluating online health information. The goal was to see if the program could help t…

This study tested how well an Apple Watch measures heart and fitness data compared to standard medical equipment. About 50 adults with heart conditions or athletes wore the watch during exercise. The goal was to see if smartwatches can reliably help monitor heart disease.

This study surveyed over 3,400 university students and staff to learn what factors influence their decision to get a COVID-19 vaccine. Participants answered questions about vaccine effectiveness, side effects, costs, and incentives. The goal was to better understand preferences a…

This study looked at whether playing computer-based brain games can improve thinking skills like memory, attention, and self-control in children. 176 primary school students in Hong Kong were randomly assigned to one of two brain-training programs or a waitlist group. They played…

This completed study enrolled 800 adults with chronic neck or low back pain to identify new biological and imaging markers. Researchers used X-rays, MRIs, and questionnaires to track pain and spine changes over time. The goal is to better understand how acute pain becomes chronic…

This study looked at whether hip X-rays can help doctors measure how much growing a teenager with scoliosis has left. Researchers examined 70 patients and graded the closure of the growth plate in the hip bone. The goal was to see if this method is reliable and easy to use in cli…

This study tested whether an online 'escape room' game, powered by generative AI, could improve teamwork and cultural awareness among 100 health discipline students. Students from different countries played the game in a randomized crossover design. The goal was to see if this fu…

This completed study from the University of Hong Kong looked at 110 cannabis users aged 16-60 to see how their thinking skills change over time and if genes play a role. Participants took memory and thinking tests and gave blood for genetic analysis. The goal is to understand lon…

This study looked at whether a fitness campaign could help older adults (over 60) living in public housing become more active and healthier after the COVID-19 pandemic. Over 1,000 participants received exercise equipment, with some also getting group training or behavior coaching…

This study tested whether a psychoeducation program that includes fathers can reduce postnatal depression in first-time parents. 388 couples in Hong Kong were randomly assigned to either the program or usual care. Researchers measured depression, relationship quality, and quality…

This study tested whether artificial intelligence (AI) can automatically design a single-tooth dental crown by learning from a patient's other teeth. Researchers removed a virtual tooth from 3D scans of 250 people and let the AI predict the missing tooth's shape and position. The…

This study tested whether an artificial intelligence system that tracks how long doctors spend examining the colon during a colonoscopy could help them find more polyps. Researchers enrolled 193 adults aged 40 and older undergoing outpatient colonoscopy. The AI calculated effecti…