Hong Kong Fire Survivors Receive Care as Most Injured Leave Hospital
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Most people injured in November's deadly Hong Kong fire have now been discharged from hospitals. Health officials report 85% of the 79 injured have been sent home, with the remaining patients in stable condition.
The blaze at Tai Po's Wang Fuk Court killed at least 161 people. In the aftermath, authorities have provided ongoing support to affected residents.
The Health Bureau detailed several aid programs this week. So far, 63 residents have received free family doctor check-ups. Eighteen people have gotten free denture replacements at private clinics. Another 24 are scheduled to receive traditional Chinese medicine services.
The government says support for survivors of the tragedy will continue.