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IN early March, a woman police officer and colleague died of a serious lung disease. Prior to her death, her family members appealed to the public for a lung donation ¡Ð but to no avail. In fact, she may have survived if more people were willing to donate their organs after death. Organ donation may be a taboo in traditional Chinese culture but that can be changed with a sensible, open mind ¡Ð and a better understanding of organ donation. Which human organs are suitable for donation? Many different human organs such as skin, skeletal parts, the pancreas, liver, heart, lungs, bone marrow and corneas are suitable for donation. Who can donate organs? Anyone can donate his/her organs for transplantation after death. Will doctors try their best to save the lives of critically ill potential organ donors? Absolutely. Doctors must try their best to save he life of every patient. Transplantation will be carried out only when doctors are absolutely certain that the person is beyond recovery and that death has been pronounced in accordance with established clinical criteria. Will the body of an organ donor look damaged after the organ transplantation? No. The operation will be done by a specialist team and the body is treated with respect and reverence. How does one go about expressing his or her wish to donate their organs after death? Simply fill in an Organ Donation Card, keep it, and inform your family. Where can you get an Organ Donation Card? It is available in the Central Health Education Unit, general out patient clinics, maternal and child health centres of the Department of Health. Organ Donation Cards are also available at indoor games halls, swimming pools, libraries and civic centres of the Urban Council and Regional Council. A card can also be obtained at District Offices, Licensing Offices of the Transport Department, blood donation centres of the Hong Kong Red Cross and institutions under the Hospital Authority. By making a decision to become an organ donor, you will be helping to save the lives of others after your death. It is really a noble act. So please think about it. |
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STARTING from April 12, the Psychological Services Group (PSG) Kowloon Office will come into operation. Two Police Clinical Psychologists (PCPs), Dr Edmond K L Lau and Ms Joan F Y Chan will serve in the new office full time. This will provide convenience to officers from Kowloon and the New Territories. Meanwhile, the Hong Kong office will continue its operation at 7/F Tai Sang Commercial Building and appointments can be booked through 2866-6206. The new PSG Kowloon officer can be contacted at: 22/F, Ocean Building, 80 Shanghai Street, Kowloon (C2 Exit of Jordan MTR Station). Call 2735-3739, fax 2735-7236. |
April entertainment. There are a few places left for the Dog Obedience Seminars on Saturday April 10, and Saturday April 17. The seminar, which takes place in the Gallery from 3 to 4:30pm, will be conducted in Cantonese, and includes a short demonstration afterwards. Please don't bring your dog. Book now on 2591-1911. Start your Easter holiday at our unique "Up-Hanging" of Formation plaques on Thursday April 1 in the Verandah Bar. Come and witness this historic event from 5:30pm onwards, and enjoy a special Carlsberg promotion with free bar snacks. The Club will be hosting a Kids' Easter Party on Sunday April 4 from 2:30 to 5pm. This year will feature a Magic Show, the Bouncy Castle, Face Painting, Balloon Sculpting, the Great Egg Hunt and with plenty to eat. Tickets, priced $60, are available now at Club Reception. Book now on 2591-1911. Coming soon for Mother's Day on Sunday May 9, Learn the Secrets of Aromatherapy with complimentary beauty class from 2:30 to 5:30pm. Book now at Club Reception on 2591-1911. A new "Privilege Card" will be introduced by Gardner Merchant in April, together with expanded complimentary parking. More details soon. The Multi-Purpose Games Hall now has a brand new floor ¡Ð please treat it properly by only wearing suitable sports shoes. The swimming pool has been cleaned and will re-open on April 1 at 7am.
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FORCE holiday bungalow accommodation is available from April 1 to 25 for Gazetted and Inspectorate officers and their civilian counterparts as follows: Casa Sagres in Macau, Apr 1, 6 to 25 Hellen Garden in Macau, Apr 1, 6, 9 to 25 Ham Tin No.10, 1/F, in Pui O, Apr 1, 8 to 25 Tung Tsz A4, Apr 1, 9 - 25 Tong Fuk No.149A, 1/F, Apr 12 to 16, 18 to 23, 25 Accommodation after April 26 will be allocated by ballot. For reservations, apply to Personnel Services Branch Holiday Facilities Unit at 2804-1135. Applicants please use the new application forms (Rev 98). You cannot apply for more than one bungalow during the same period. The following hotels are offering accommodation at reduced rates for Force members: New World Emperor Hotel Macau (2192-6074) Hotel Sintra (2546-6944) Holiday Inn Macau (800-965646) Hotel Ritz Macau (2739-9928) Forum Hotel Shenzhen (2866-7699) Shenzhen Century Plaza Hotel (2598-0363) Shenzhen Nanhai Hotel (2315-5388) Guangzhou Hai Tao Hotel (2311-2283) Gold Coast Hotel (2452-8888) Warwick Hotel (2981-0081) Concerto Inn (2982-1668) Interested colleagues should contact the hotels directly for reservations. |
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WITH effect from April 1, a new holiday home located at House A1, Pegasus Villa, No.3 Cheung Chau Sport Road, will be opened for hire. This new holiday home is a two-storey house with 1,600 sq.ft. It consists of three bedrooms on the first floor and a large sitting room/dining room and a kitchen on the ground floor. It can accommodate up to eight people. It is fully refurbished with beds and bedding, TV, karaoke and VCD player, microwave oven, kitchen utensils, mahjong set and BBQ stove. It is situated behind the Hotel Warwick and is a 10-minute walk from the ferry pier. Nearby is a RSD Sport Ground and the Kwun Yam Beach. The rental charge per night is $600. But during its promotion period the fee for weekdays and weekends will be $240 and $420 respectively. For enquiries and booking arrangements please call 2804-1135. |
