The University Of Hong Kong

This study tested whether giving long-acting injectable antipsychotic medications early could help people with stimulant-induced psychosis. Researchers compared two injectable drugs (aripiprazole and paliperidone) against standard treatment in 165 participants in Hong Kong. The g…

This study tested a special coaching program designed to help patients with chronic lung failure use their home breathing machine more consistently. The program provided education, motivation, and skills training over six weeks. Researchers wanted to see if better machine use cou…

This study tested two different drug combinations to control lupus nephritis, a serious kidney complication of lupus. Researchers compared tacrolimus plus steroids against mycophenolate mofetil plus steroids in 130 Asian patients. The goal was to see which combination better prot…

This pilot study tested a home exercise program designed to help older adults who are starting to feel frail. The goal was to prevent the loss of strength and independence that often happens after a hospital stay. Researchers worked with 40 participants to see if personalized, st…

This study tested whether a new AI system could improve colonoscopy quality by better measuring the time spent carefully examining the colon. Researchers compared the AI's 'effective withdrawal time'—which only counts time with a clear, steady view—to the standard manual timing. …

This study tested a new, personalized approach to help people who recently quit smoking stay smoke-free. Researchers first identified different types of ex-smokers, then created custom counseling and text messages for each type. The goal was to see if this tailored support was pr…

This study tested whether a special education program for first-time parents, which actively includes fathers, could help prevent depression after having a baby. Researchers worked with 388 couples in Hong Kong, comparing those who got the extra support to those who received stan…

This study tested whether receiving supportive text messages through WhatsApp could help people who recently quit smoking avoid starting again. Researchers enrolled 590 adults in Hong Kong who had stopped smoking for 3-30 days. Half received regular encouraging messages through t…

This pilot study tested whether a digital chatbot could provide helpful counseling to support young smokers trying to quit. Researchers enrolled 154 young smokers in Hong Kong to see if they would use the chatbot and stick with the program for six months. The goal was to check if…

This study tested a 12-week support program designed for heart failure patients and the family members who care for them. The program focused on improving their relationship, building resilience, and reducing anxiety and depression. Researchers compared the program's effects to s…

This study tested two different methods to control pain after surgery for a broken wrist. Researchers compared a newer, long-lasting numbing medicine against a standard numbing medicine mixed with another drug. The goal was to see which method provided better and longer pain reli…

This study tested whether combining two traditional Chinese medicine techniques—acupuncture and acupressure—could help elderly people with mild to moderate dementia. Researchers enrolled 236 participants from care homes and assigned them to receive either standard care, acupunctu…

This study tested whether a mild, painless electrical stimulation to the back of the head could boost the benefits of a computer-based speech therapy. Six Cantonese-speaking adults who have word-finding difficulties (aphasia) after a stroke received the therapy for five days, onc…

This study tested different ways to help older adults become more active after the COVID-19 pandemic. Over 1,000 participants aged 60+ received various combinations of exercise equipment, group classes, and coaching. Researchers measured changes in physical strength, mobility, me…

This small pilot study tested whether using chewing gum could help people smoke fewer cigarettes or quit smoking altogether. Researchers in Hong Kong enrolled 80 adult smokers who wanted to quit or cut down. They compared one group that used chewing gum for a week to another grou…

This study tested whether an 8-week mindfulness training program could help reduce depression symptoms in new mothers experiencing postnatal depression. Researchers compared the mindfulness program to a standard educational booklet in 70 women in Hong Kong. The goal was to see if…

This study tested whether an online support program could help new mothers in Hong Kong who lack confidence with breastfeeding. First-time moms were randomly assigned to receive either standard care or the online peer support program. Researchers wanted to see if the program help…

This study tested whether artificial intelligence (AI) could automatically design single-tooth dental prostheses, like crowns. Researchers compared AI-generated designs against those made by dental technicians using both physical models and computer software. The goal was to see …

This study aimed to understand if regular cannabis use harms memory, thinking, and brain function over time. Researchers followed 110 active cannabis users in Hong Kong for a year, testing their cognitive skills and analyzing their genes. The goal was to see if users' brain funct…