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South China Morning Post on 2024-04-20 05:48

Hong Kong should step up training and support for carers of elderly, advisory body says after spate of murder-suicide attempts

Dr Donald Li, chairman of Hong Kong Elderly Commission, also says promotion efforts must be ramped up to combat taboo against carers seeking outside help.

Donald Li Kwok Tung

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