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Dorothy Yeung

Dorothy Yeung

Dorothy Yeung is a policy researcher at a Hong Kong think tank whose work spans health, social welfare and broader public policy issues. Her expertise includes primary healthcare, healthcare financing, mental health and community welfare. Dedicated to social justice and equity, Dorothy volunteers with a local NGO addressing sexual violence, highlighting her commitment to tackling critical social issues beyond health. She holds a Master of Public Health in Health Policy, Economics, and Management from the University of Hong Kong, where she graduated with Distinction.
Dorothy Yeung is a policy researcher at a Hong Kong think tank whose work spans health, social welfare and broader public policy issues. Her expertise includes primary healthcare, healthcare financing, mental health and community welfare. Dedicated to social justice and equity, Dorothy volunteers with a local NGO addressing sexual violence, highlighting her commitment to tackling critical social issues beyond health. She holds a Master of Public Health in Health Policy, Economics, and Management from the University of Hong Kong, where she graduated with Distinction.
Languages Spoken:
English

Opinion | Hong Kong must update its sexual offence laws to empower survivors

The city’s framework for sex crimes is outdated. Fortunately, models exists which can help shatter the stigma and foster a culture of healing.

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Chinese medicine needs a focus on practical training and integration with other disciplines to help improve Hong Kong’s healthcare outcomes.

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Hong Kong needs to reimagine healthcare financing by focusing on strategic purchasing. This approach is about more than just saving money; it is a resource allocation philosophy that demands thoughtful procurement decisions and which can boost primary healthcare.

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Addressing why people go to the accident and emergency department for non-urgent conditions requires a holistic approach, including better primary care and community support for the elderly, and health literacy.

Advance care planning involves medical decisions as well as personal and social aspects of care. Hong Kong should roll out such protocols, as Singapore does.

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