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- 2021.08.31
The 21st Consumer Rights Reporting Awards Steadfast Monitoring and Reporting by the Media Amidst the Pandemic
The Consumer Rights Reporting Awards (CRRA), jointly organised by the Consumer Council, the Hong Kong Journalists Association (HKJA) and the Hong Kong Press Photographers Association (HKPPA) since 2001, entered its 21st year in 2021. This year, the...
- 2021.08.16
17 Medium and Small-sized Refrigerators Tested Freezing and Cooling Performance Vastly Varied Direct Cool Models More Energy Efficient than Frost-Free Models but Require Regular Defrosting
When purchasing a refrigerator, the compact living space in Hong Kong is often factored into the decision. Apart from the energy efficiency and freezing performance, the dimensions and space occupied should also be considered. The Consumer Council...
- 2021.08.16
31 Samples of Dried Fruit All Found to be High in Sugar Not to Substitute Fresh Fruit Over 40% Detected with 3 Types of Pesticides or More with Potential Risk of Cocktail Effect
Dried fruit is a convenient snack option processed from natural fruit. Not only do many people regard it as a healthy treat, some even use it as a substitute for fresh fruit. However, the Consumer Council tested 31 samples of prepackaged dried fruits...
- 2021.08.16
Frequent Occurrence of Medical Beauty Incidents Potential Risks Not to be Neglected Think Twice Before Undergoing Treatments
In recent years, medical beauty services have become increasingly popular. Many beauty enthusiasts yearned for physical perfection through the use of technology, while some even attempted to turn back the clock with skincare. The Consumer Council...
- 2021.08.16
Huge Discrepancies in Speech Therapy Charges Check Professional Qualifications, Assessment Tools and Treatment Methods to Choose the Right Option
Appropriate and timely speech therapy is vital to children who suffer from language and speech impairments and elderly patients with swallowing and articulation difficulties. The Consumer Council conducted a research on speech therapy services and...
- 2021.08.16
Huge Disparity Between Quotation and Final Charge for Overseas Moving Services Clarify Shipping Schedule and Compensation Clauses to Avoid Unexpected Charges
Many people find moving house hectic, and even more so when it comes to relocating the whole family overseas. Despite there being many matters to attend to, consumers should not gloss over the quotation details and delivery time of moving services....
- 2021.07.14
Debatable “Predictions on Diseases or Future” by Genetic Tests Seek Medical Advice to Avoid Needless Anxiety
As consumers have become more health-conscious in recent years, many yearned to discover health issues in advance and receive timely treatment by making use of cutting-edge technology in medical tests. This gave rise to a wide variety of genetic...
- 2021.07.14
Dual-phase Make-up Removers Showed Best Cleansing Performance Amongst 40 Models 90% of Water-based Models Performed Mediocre Posing Risks of Unthorough Cleansing
Perfectly applied make-up will instantly brighten up the face. However, if the make-up is not thoroughly removed, the residue may lead to various skin problems. The Consumer Council tested 40 make-up remover models specially for eyes or suitable for...