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Wairarapa hospital opens endoscopy suite to boost local care
Wairarapa hospital opens endoscopy suite to boost local care
It forms part of a $34.2m investment.
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Qatar Ministry opens healthcare rules to private providers
Qatar Ministry opens healthcare rules to private providers
This gives private providers a voice to shape Qatar’s healthcare.
41 minutes ago
CKD blood pressure therapy cuts cardiovascular risk across all stages, study finds
CKD blood pressure therapy cuts cardiovascular risk across all stages, study finds
The analysis spans 46 trials, covering 285,124 patients.
2 days ago
Singapore maintains biomed strength with 60+ plants despite closures
Singapore maintains biomed strength with 60+ plants despite closures
Sector drew $4.4b in 2025 investments, supporting jobs and continued manufacturing expansion.
3 days ago
Singapore private hospital bills rose 13% annually from 2019 to 2024
Singapore private hospital bills rose 13% annually from 2019 to 2024
Hospital-related fees made up 60% of bills and grew faster than doctors’ professional fees, MOH said.
3 days ago
Minimally invasive tech and awareness drive dental implants $12.6b expansion
Minimally invasive tech and awareness drive dental implants $12.6b expansion
Demand is increasing for long-term dental restorations.
4 days ago
Progressive pulmonary fibrosis market expected to nearly double to $2.7b by 2035
Progressive pulmonary fibrosis market expected to nearly double to $2.7b by 2035
Cheaper generics will compete with branded and pipeline drugs.
4 days ago
AI-powered model sets new standard for paediatric emergency prediction in Korea
AI-powered model sets new standard for paediatric emergency prediction in Korea
System trained on 87,759 patient records exceeds established triage tool in accuracy tests.
6 days ago
UltraGreen.ai gains Singapore approval for Verdye in regional push
UltraGreen.ai gains Singapore approval for Verdye in regional push
The regulatory clearance anchors UltraGreen.ai's Southeast Asia expansion.
6 days ago
Sparse clinical evidence hinders male infertility therapy development, report says
Sparse clinical evidence hinders male infertility therapy development, report says
Male infertility can be caused by a poor lifestyle, amongst others.
6 days ago
Asia-Pacific ventricular assist device market surges on rising disease burden
Asia-Pacific ventricular assist device market surges on rising disease burden
The market is projected to reach $2.81b by 2031, growing annually at 8.44%.
6 days ago
Amrita Hospital introduces low-radiation SPECT/CT imaging technology
Amrita Hospital introduces low-radiation SPECT/CT imaging technology
The technology supports clinical applications, including oncology, amongst others.
6 days ago
Australia to boost cancer research with $1.9m centre
Australia to boost cancer research with $1.9m centre
It will use advanced imaging and cellular‑level immunology tools.
6 days ago
New specialised hearing and balance hub opens at Seoul St. Mary’s
New specialised hearing and balance hub opens at Seoul St. Mary’s
The centre offers non-surgical drug therapies, amongst others.
Regional hospitals lose out as Seoul claims 87.2% of SK medical tourists
Regional hospitals lose out as Seoul claims 87.2% of SK medical tourists
Taiwan emerged as a breakout market with a staggering 122.5% growth rate.
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How can hospitals adapt as care shifts beyond their walls?
China, India, and Japan are driving growth in the telehealth market.
How can Southeast Asia align medical tourism with treatment and recovery?
Episode‑based care models reshape how hospitals package treatment and follow‑up.
How can the Philippines fix health funding imbalances?
Fragmented spending weakens oversight and blurs priorities.
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NUH redesigns workflows to reduce hospital bottlenecks
It has expanded nurse-led care and frontline decision-making.
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Asian Hospital opens dedicated hernia clinic
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It targets a treatment gap in Metro Manila where cases far exceed surgical capacity.
3 days ago
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Hospitals redesign care as patients turn to health apps
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Seven in eight adults look up health information before seeing a doctor.
5 days ago
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Alexandra Hospital leans on automation for expansion
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Technology could support nonclinical tasks such as logistics and documentation.
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OUE Healthcare opens Singapore’s first private sleep lab
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About 30% of adults suffer from obstructive sleep apnea.
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Hong Kong Chinese medicine push hinges on digital, talent fixes
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Subsidised outpatient slots at CMHHK were filled in the opening month.
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IHH Healthcare bets on Fortis stake for Indian expansion
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It plans to add 2,000 hospital beds by 2028.
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Inside Bicol Medical Center’s win at the Healthcare Asia Awards 2026
Bicol Medical Center highlights how ICT integration has enabled real-time, efficient patient care.
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