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Hong Kong Expands Dental Care for Homeless in 2025
12/18/2025
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Story summary
- The Hong Kong Department of Health expanded its community dental program in 2025 to cover about 1,500 street sleepers starting next month.
- Since May 2025, the program has provided free or affordable dental services to over 5,200 people, including elderly living allowance recipients.
- A pilot scheme for adolescents aged 13 to 17 has served over 5,100 teenagers.
- Homeless individuals will qualify from January 1.
