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Date & Time:	2023/11/4 (Saturday) 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Venue:	Hong Kong Central Library (Lecture Theatre, G/F)
Speaker:	Dr. WONG Min Ney (Assistant Professor, Department of Chinese and Bilingual Studies, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University) Dr. Janet NG (Associate Professor of Practice, Department of Chinese and Bilingual Studies, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University) Dr. Elaine KWONG (Associate Professor, Department of Chinese and Bilingual Studies, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University) Dr. Cindy NGAI (Associate Professor and Associate Head of Department of Chinese and Bilingual Studies, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University)
Organiser:	Jointly organised by the Hong Kong Public Libraries and Research Grants Council of University Grants Committee
Remarks:	Topic 1: A Path to Language Recovery Following Stroke: Neurological Functions, Impairments, and Therapy Topic 2: Navigating Swallowing Disorders: Enhancing Diagnosis, Treatment, and Therapist-Patient Collaboration in an Aging Population Conducted in Cantonese. Free admission. First come, first served. Hybrid mode. Link of live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJUipdvSACZjO1ldoO3YQBA/ If online participants would like to raise questions to the speakers, they can send email with the heading of “Questions for speakers” to rgc@ugc.edu.hk during the live broadcast of the lecture. The questions will be passed to the speakers for feedback during Q&A session. If Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 8 or above or a Black Rainstorm Warning Signal or "extreme conditions" announced by the Government is in force 3 hours before the event commences, the event will be cancelled or postponed.
Enquiry Telephone Number:	2921 0222

SUMMARY

Topic (1) : A Path to Language Recovery Following Stroke: Neurological Functions, Impairments, and Therapy

Every year, around 12,000 stroke cases have been admitted to public hospitals in Hong Kong. Stroke is a major cause of disability in adults, and language impairment is one of the common consequences of stroke. Difficulties in understanding language, troubles with finding words to express, and unclear speech could greatly affect communication and activities of daily living. This talk provides an overview of language processing in the brain, review symptoms of language impairment following stroke, examine language recovery with speech therapy, and discuss possibilities of new treatment with reference to local research evidence.

Topic (2) : Navigating Swallowing Disorders: Enhancing Diagnosis, Treatment, and Therapist-Patient Collaboration in an Aging Population

This enlightening public lecture delves into the realm of swallowing disorders in an aging population, exploring their diagnosis, treatment, and the crucial aspect of therapist-patient communication. Swallowing disorders can significantly impact one's quality of life, and understanding their intricacies is essential for effective management. Join us as we unravel the diagnostic techniques employed to identify these disorders and delve into the latest advancements in treatment modalities. Additionally, we emphasize the importance of open and effective communication between therapists and patients, enhancing the therapeutic journey and promoting optimal outcomes.

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