The aim of the patient support groups is to enhance connection and mutual help among patients and their family members by organizing various activities (including talks, sharing sessions, outings, volunteer visits and exchange programmes), strengthening their coping ability in handling problems caused by the illnesses.
The current patient support groups in NDH are listed as follows:
Patient Support Groups | Clinical Specialty |
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北區醫院腎病人士互助小組 “樂行會” (Chinese only) | Renal |
CA Bladder Patient Support Group | Bladder Cancer |
Prostate Alliance | Prostate Cancer |
Hong Kong Stroke Association | Stroke |
北區醫院糖尿病人互助小組 “避豐糖會”(Chinese only) |
Diabetes |
Ho Chi Club | Breast cancer |
Care for Your Heart | Cardiology |
北區醫院造口人士互助小組 "笑口做人" (Chinese only) |
Stoma |
Breathe Strong Group | Respiratory |