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Elderly health services strengthened
Two more elderly health centres run by the Department of Health have begun operation in early March to provide health screening, physical examination and health education to people aged 65 and above.
The Shek Wu Hui Elderly Health Centre and Shau Kei Wan Elderly Health Centre are the department's third and fourth such clinics.
The two others are located in Shek Kip Mei and Kwun Tong,
A spokesman for the department said: "The objectives of the elderly health service are for the promotion of the health and well-being of elderly persons as well as the prevention and early detection of common diseases.
"Services provided include health risk assessment and simple screening test. Those found to have health problems will be referred to appropriate specialist clinics for further assessment and follow-up.
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"Health education will be emphasised and conducted in the form of health talks, group discussions and seminars.
"Each client is issued with a health record and will receive individual counselling."
The annual fee for these services is $220. However, the fee will be waived for those receiving Comprehensive Social Security Assistance (CSSA).
Shek Wu Hui Elderly Health Centre is situated on the first floor of Shek Wu Hui Jockey Club Clinic, Jockey Club Road, Shek Wu Hui, Sheung Shui, while Shau Kei Wan Elderly Health Centre is located on the ground floor of Shau Kei Wan Jockey Club Clinic at 8 Chai Wan Road.
Those who wish to join the programme can book an appointment either in person at the general office of the clinics or call the clinics direct on 2672 5858 (Shek Wu Hui Elderly Health Centre) or 2569 4333 (Shau Kei Wan Elderly Health Centre).
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