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A1 Health phases out desflurane anaesthesia in Indonesia

It has lowered carbon emissions in operating rooms by 25%.
Healthcare simulation programmes launched for SEA professionals
Healthcare simulation programmes launched for SEA professionals
Both initiatives will begin by the end of 2026, targeting 50 participants in the first year.
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Medicover Hospital Navi Mumbai launches unit for stroke emergencies
Medicover Hospital Navi Mumbai launches unit for stroke emergencies
It is equipped with rapid CT/MRI imaging and neuro-ICU support.
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New cancer centre opens in Taranaki, NZ
New cancer centre opens in Taranaki, NZ
The facility features the region’s Linear Accelerator for radiation therapy.
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KFSHRC signs three cooperation agreements with Al-Qassim Health Cluster
KFSHRC signs three cooperation agreements with Al-Qassim Health Cluster
Key areas include telemedicine, medical visits, and education programmes.
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Australia to establish independent Centre for Disease Control
Australia to establish independent Centre for Disease Control
The new body will consolidate national evidence to address health threats.
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Australia’s Pakenham Community Hospital reaches structural completion
Australia’s Pakenham Community Hospital reaches structural completion
Works on its external facade will now begin.
3 hours ago
Blood collection devices market to be valued at $13.02b by 2030
Blood collection devices market to be valued at $13.02b by 2030
One key driver is the emergence of liquid biopsy tests.
3 hours ago
Asan Medical Center, QST Hospital ink MoU on heavy ion therapy
Asan Medical Center, QST Hospital ink MoU on heavy ion therapy
The Korean hospital plans to introduce its heavy ion therapy system by 2031.
3 hours ago
Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, Omani hospital partner for medical cooperation
Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, Omani hospital partner for medical cooperation
The hospital and MCMSS will establish a patient referral system.
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Global neurovascular devices market to hit 7.22b by 2030
Global neurovascular devices market to hit 7.22b by 2030
However, high costs and strict regulations may challenge growth.
3 hours ago
APAC eyes fastest growth in global companion diagnostics market
APAC eyes fastest growth in global companion diagnostics market
Thanks to the rapid development of localised solutions in China, Japan, and India.
1 day ago
HK’s Chronic Disease Co-Care Pilot Scheme expands medical lab services
HK’s Chronic Disease Co-Care Pilot Scheme expands medical lab services
Patients will be able to visit any of the 63 participating service points, up from 24.
1 day ago
Narayana Health acquires UK-based Practice Plus Group Hospitals
Narayana Health acquires UK-based Practice Plus Group Hospitals
This places the company amongst India’s top three healthcare providers by revenue.
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New Hoan My partnership to boost health workforce training in Mekong Delta
New Hoan My partnership to boost health workforce training in Mekong Delta
The initiative offers training programmes within the network and across the region.
1 day ago
Fast-tracked programme to boost bed capacity at five NZ hospitals
Fast-tracked programme to boost bed capacity at five NZ hospitals
It is expected to provide a total of 140 additional beds by 2026.
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A1 Health phases out desflurane anaesthesia in Indonesia
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