Healthcare

St. Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne introduces da Vinci Robotic surgery

It will allow SVHM surgeons to perform minimally-invasive procedures.
23 hours ago

St. Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne introduces da Vinci Robotic surgery

It will allow SVHM surgeons to perform minimally-invasive procedures.
23 hours ago

How mobile health could enhance chronic wound care management

It will also provide an outlook on healing trajectories based on the collected data.
3 days ago

Singapore launches Centre for Sustainable Medicine

It will lead the shift to net-zero healthcare and train future leaders to fight climate change.
4 days ago

2023 shifts information-based healthcare to intelligent healthcare

AI, digitalization, and data analytics are the main forces behind innovation in the life sciences sector. 
4 days ago

Metaverse continues to expand with Asia’s healthcare

There is a focus on using metaverse in enhancing virtual consultations and training.
4 days ago

Apollo Hospitals launches South Asia's first ZAP-X for brain tumour treatment

The technology offers a non-invasive, pain-free procedure for patients under 30 minutes.
4 days ago

Blockchain in clinical trials aid pharma companies

Innovative technology enhances transparency, efficiency, and safety in healthcare.
6 days ago

Makkah Health Cluster inks deal for new dialysis centre in Al-Noor Hospital

The agreement will contribute to the Saudi Vision 2030 to improve access to healthcare.
6 days ago

MOH to review healthcare financing schemes

MOH will expand the MediShield Life coverage and provide more subsidies to community hospitals.
6 days ago

IHH Healthcare acquires Timberland Medical Centre

The acquisition includes the construction of a $53m tertiary hospital.

Fullerton Health opens first hub clinic at Hougang Green

Fullerton Health Hub @ Hougang Green will specialise on chronic disease management.

Hospital Authority appoints Kelvin Lo to new directorial role

The new Development & Works Division will manage capital projects under HA.

Evidence-based communication is vital in building patient trust

Around 80% of patients are satisfied with the information they receive about their health.

Australia forms expert panel to assess $500m genomic research

Health system and genomic experts will look into measures to boost research mission funding.

St. Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne performs the world’s first 3D POEM endoscopy

Per Oral Endoscopic Myotomy has been used to treat the oesophagus disorder achalasia.

SingHealth expands Partners Buddy programme

The Partners Buddy programme allows GPs to refer patients to specialists faster.

Health leaders unveil 3-Step plan to combat cardiovascular disease crisis

Heart disease and strokes account for almost one-third of deaths in SG.