The Jockey Club FORTIFY Programme is funded by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust and led by the Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The University of Hong Kong, in collaboration with The Family Planning Association of Hong Kong. The Programme aims to promote bone and muscle health and encourage members of the public to develop healthy lifestyle habits at an early stage.
Osteoporosis and sarcopenia — age-related loss of muscle mass and function — often develop gradually without obvious symptoms. These conditions may increase the future risk of falls, fractures, reduced mobility, and impaired quality of life. With a focus on prevention, the Programme provides health education, exercise promotion, and health monitoring for people aged 40 to 60, helping participants take proactive steps before problems arise.
The Programme combines health assessments, exercise training, and digital health support to enhance public awareness of bone health, muscle strengthening, and healthy lifestyles. Participants can also receive health information, personalised reminders, and ongoing support through a WhatsApp platform, helping them build long-term and sustainable healthy habits.
In addition, the Programme will explore more convenient and cost-effective community screening methods to help identify individuals at risk of osteoporosis or sarcopenia at an early stage, thereby advancing preventive efforts. Through collaboration with healthcare professionals, community partners, and participants, the Programme hopes to raise public awareness of bone and muscle health, encourage regular exercise and healthy lifestyle practices, reduce the future risk of falls and fractures, and support the public in establishing healthier living habits.
For more information about the programme and registration details, please visit the programme webpage below.
https://hkjcfortify.com/register?clinic=44760b83-a2d9-455e-b872-8acbde92e801
