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- 2016.01.14
Compare Carefully before Using a Pet-Boarding Service
Many families in Hong Kong keep pets. When the owners travel abroad, the pet needs to be looked after. Pet boarding service has emerged to meet such demand. How can consumers make an appropriate choice? There is a huge difference in fees...
- 2016.01.14
Don't Ignore Sleep Apnea Select a PAP Machine Carefully to Improve Sleeping Quality
Many urbanites are troubled by sleep apnea. It is estimated that some 200,000 Hong Kong people suffer from sleep apnea, comprising about 4% of men, 2% of women and 2% of children. While men face a higher risk than women, particularly those...
- 2016.01.14
Know the Jargon in Chinese Eateries and Dine Out Wisely
With the approach of Chinese New Year, many people will have meals with family and friends at Chinese restaurants. They are also likely to order dishes with names denoting good fortune and larger portions than usual. However, not all consumers...
- 2016.01.14
No Neglecting of the Sugars-rich Condiments Caution Using Oyster Sauce High in Both Sodium and Sugars Levels
Many people consider condiment as the soul of Chinese cuisine. By matching and adding different seasonings to food ingredients numerous mouth-watering dishes are created. However, behind the savour are "tricks" like high sugars and high sodium...
- 2015.12.15
9 Anti-Slip Bath Mats Skid Resistant Slips
With bathroom being a home accident black spot, many people lay a non-slip mat on the wet surface of bathtub, shower tray or bath area to minimise the risk of slips. However, the Consumer Council tested 34 bath and shower mats in the market and found...
- 2015.12.15
Card users Beware! “Fee Waiver for Overseas Credit Card Spending” Doesn’t mean All Free
When spending with credit cards abroad, consumers should be wary of fees and charges, one way or the other, regardless paying in the trader’s local currency or Hong Kong Dollar (HKD). Although some credit card issuers advertise “fee waiver” to...
- 2015.12.15
Do Not Use Vacuum Insulated Food Jar to Cook Raw Meat
Vacuum insulated food jar is popular in recent years, and claimed that it can be used for cooking. Recipes can also be found in the market to teach the busy consumers to use it for fast cooking. The Consumer Council alerts consumers that vacuum...
- 2015.12.15
Drip-priced charges on travel booking site muddled up total fare
Nowadays, many consumers have found the habit to search online for flight offers and purchase tickets from travel booking sites. The Consumer Council examined 8 travel booking sites with the Hong Kong travel agent licence and found that airfares are...