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HKU Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Room 115, New Clinical Building, 102 Pokfulam Road, Hong Kong (2026)

20/01/2026

The meeting on dysreactive, autoinflammatory and autoimmune diseases is a joint initiative of EBMT, ESID and APSID , bringing together expertise from Europe, Asia-Pacific and beyond🌏💫. It will take place from 📆 22 to 24 May 2026 at 📍the Dusit Thani Hotel, Abu Dhabi. 🔔Save the date and register now at the Early Bird rate‼️

This is your opportunity to present your most recent findings and discuss your work📄 with international faculty and peers🗣️. Accepted abstracts will be reviewed by the Scientific Programme Committee👨‍⚕️ and selected for oral or poster presentation🎤. Submit your abstract by 25 January📆 and explore the available Travel Grant opportunities✨

🔗For further details, please visit our website at https://www.ebmt.org/events/esid-ebmt-apsid-meeting-dysreactive-autoinflammatory-and-autoimmune-diseases

29/12/2025

Using large-scale genomic data 🧬 and the Mendelian randomisation method 🔬, a research team at HKUMed 🏥 showed that childhood maltreatment can cause mental health problems 🧠, raising schizophrenia risk nearly five-fold 📊, ADHD risk up to nine-fold 📈, and major depressive disorder risk up to two-fold 💔. These occur through modifiable pathways 🛤️, including addiction-related, cognitive, and socioeconomic traits; pointing to opportunities ✨ for early intervention 🤝 among children who have experienced maltreatment. Childhood maltreatment also leaves DNA methylation "marks" 🧬✍️ near genes linked to neurodegenerative diseases 🧓, suggesting shared mechanisms 🔗 between neurodegenerative and these neuropsychiatric diseases. The findings highlight that preventing childhood maltreatment 🛡️ is the most fundamental way to protect children 👶, alongside early, targeted support 🎯 for those already affected. By applying Mendelian randomisation 🔬, which sits below RCTs in the hierarchy of evidence 📋, the team was able to uncover causal pathways connecting link childhood maltreatment to these neuropsychiatric diseases 🧠🔍. This work showcases how genomics 🧬 can deliver robust, actionable insights 💪 to tackle complex challenges in paediatrics 👨‍⚕️ and public health 🌍.

https://www.med.hku.hk/en/news/press/20251216-hkumed-reveals-childhood-maltreatment-raises-schizophrenia-risk-five-fold

29/08/2025

🌟 Visit of delegates from Beijing Children’s Hospital 🌟

Delegates from the Beijing Children’s Hospital, Capital Medical University, National Center for Children's Health, visited our Department on 19 August 2025. We signed a consensus document that lays the foundation to foster future academic exchange and collaboration. 🤝✨

13/08/2025

🌈【疫C逆友｜COVAComrades】Event Successfully Concluded! 🌈

Thank you all for your enthusiastic participation! We successfully held the 【COVAComrades】 event at Loke Yew Hall, Hong Kong University, on July 19, 2025, just before Typhoon Signal No. 10 💖👏

This event was jointly organized by the Department of Paediatrics & Adolescent Medicine at HKU’s Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine and the PID League🔥, attracting over 500 attendees. Together, we shared the latest research on COVID-19 vaccines💉, raised public health awareness🔔, and promoted understanding of Primary Immunodeficiency Diseases (PID)👍✨

【⭐Event Highlights⭐】:

👩‍⚕ Medical "Chat" Room — Patients from the PID League and Professor Chak-sing Lau, Dean of Medicine and Vice-President & Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health) at the University of Hong Kong, discussed the journey to becoming a doctor. 🎹 Piano performance by a 10-year-old PID patient 👦👧 Little Angels Children’s Choir 🎵 EMM Band joined healthcare team for a lively chorus 🎲 Fun games, magic shows, DIY crafts, and exciting prizes 🎁

We also shared several research findings on COVID-19 vaccines, demonstrating their effectiveness in adolescents and children ✅, along with the first public release of data on different vaccination methods.

Even when patients face challenges, unity between healthcare providers and patients empowers us to bravely pursue our dreams 🙌🪽. As we look to the future, let's continue to move forward with resilience and remain vigilant in epidemic prevention! 💪✨

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07/08/2025

✨ Video Highlights✨

On July 21, 2025, our Department and the Children’s Hospital Zhejiang University School of Medicine, the National Clinical Research Center for Child Health and the National Children's Regional Medical Center, signed a Memorandum of Understanding, marking the beginning of a new era of collaboration. 🤝🌏

This partnership will strengthen our efforts in research, education, and the delivery of pediatric clinical care. Together, we are committed to advancing paediatric health through science and medicine and making a lasting impact on children’s lives. 💙👶

06/08/2025

✨ Exciting News! ✨

On July 21, 2025, our Department and the Children’s Hospital Zhejiang University School of Medicine, the National Clinical Research Center for Child Health and the National Children's Regional Medical Center, signed a Memorandum of Understanding, marking the beginning of a new era of collaboration. 🤝🌏

This partnership will strengthen our efforts in research, education, and the delivery of pediatric clinical care. Together, we are committed to advancing paediatric health through science and medicine and making a lasting impact on children’s lives. 💙👶

18/07/2025

🌈【CovaComrades】 🌈

Organized by the HKU Department of Paediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, we warmly invite everyone to join our heartwarming gathering at Loke Yew Hall on July 19, 2025 (Saturday) from 1:45pm to 4:30pm! 👫💖

Event Highlights:

👩‍⚕️ Medical Chatroom – Focus on Primary Immunodeficiency Diseases (PID)
🎹 Piano & musical performances
👦👧 Little Angels Children’s Choir
🎲 Fun game booths, magic, DIY crafts, prizes & more!

Whether you’re a family, friend, patient, or supporter, everyone is welcome! Enjoy a day filled with love and positive energy—free admission for all! 💪✨

📍Venue: Loke Yew Hall
🗓 Date: July 19, 2025
🕒 Time: 1:45pm - 4:30pm

🌈 Please register through the following link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf171oDkadXMQd9Hyi9IuVh9Bv0fK0ughqkjPS2md0rkgyNFA/viewform

17/07/2025

🌈【CovaComrades】 🌈

Organized by the HKU Department of Paediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, we warmly invite everyone to join our heartwarming gathering at Loke Yew Hall on July 19, 2025 (Saturday) from 1:45pm to 4:30pm! 👫💖

Event Highlights:

👩‍⚕️ Medical Chatroom – Focus on Primary Immunodeficiency Diseases (PID)
🎹 Piano & musical performances
👦👧 Little Angels Children’s Choir
🎲 Fun game booths, magic, DIY crafts, prizes & more!

Whether you’re a family, friend, patient, or supporter, everyone is welcome! Enjoy a day filled with love and positive energy—free admission for all! 💪✨

📍Venue: Loke Yew Hall
🗓 Date: July 19, 2025
🕒 Time: 1:45pm - 4:30pm

🌈 Please register through the following link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf171oDkadXMQd9Hyi9IuVh9Bv0fK0ughqkjPS2md0rkgyNFA/viewform

24/06/2025

I am truly delighted to inform you that the UPAM Diamond Jubilee Commemorative Book has come to fruition.

I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to all who have contributed, in one way or another, to this special publication. The book captures fond memories of our Departmental members and stands as a testament to all that we have achieved together over the past six decades. My special thanks go to our IT team and the secretarial office for their strong support with editing and design.

I am pleased to share that our departmental website has been updated to include a new section dedicated to the Diamond Jubilee Celebration.

Departmental website for the Diamond Jubilee:
https://paed.hku.hk/en1/Diamond%20Jubilee%20Celebration
Diamond Jubilee Commemorative Book:
https://paed.hku.hk/url/djb
I hope everyone will enjoy reading this commemorative book.

Professor Yiu-fai Cheung
Chairperson, Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine, LKS Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong

23/06/2025

The Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine at HKUMed is delighted to announce the launch of the Knowledge Exchange Video Series Childhood Illnesses, The Truth in Doubt (兒患疑真). This KE Video Series aims to increase parental awareness of different childhood conditions, clarify myths about child care, and introduce innovative paediatric therapies and research findings.

We are very pleased to have Ms Jennifer Yu (余香凝小姐), Best Actress at the 42nd Hong Kong Film Awards and the mother of two lovely children, as our guest host for the Inaugural Knowledge Exchange Video Series.

https://paed.hku.hk/en1/KE/Video%20lecture%20series/

19/06/2025

What an incredible journey the 6th Asia Pacific Society for Immunodeficiencies (APSID) Congress and the 3rd National Congress of Inborn Errors of Immunity & National Forum on Pediatric Immunology had been! APSID: https://www.apsocid.org/apsid/

From April 11-13, 2025, we gathered to delve into the evolving world of inborn errors of immunity and expand our horizons on the future of human health. 🌍✨

Thank you to all the brilliant minds, passionate speakers, and dedicated attendees who made this event a remarkable success. Your contributions and insights are shaping the future of immunology and human health. 🙌

Stay connected for more updates and continue to be a part of our journey in advancing knowledge and innovation! 🧬💡

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