Healthcare

Australian gov’t invests $37.8m in Victoria’s emergency care

The funding will increase the number of short-stay units and nurses.

Thomson Medical Singapore launches new centre for cancer care

The facility will officially open to patients in July.

Hybrid therapy for atrial fibrillation offered in New South Wales hospital

It combines cardiac surgery with catheter-based treatment to restore normal heart rhythm.

Qatar temporarily closes private health centre over staffing shortage

This practice violates the regulations and standards approved in the state.

Compression therapy market to reach $5.9b by 2030

Its growth is attributed to the rising prevalence of venous disorders and lymphedema.

South Korea’s SNUH opens cloud-based centre for disaster recovery

The new facility is built with earthquake-resistant features.

Global echocardiography market to be valued at 3.68b by 2032

By end user, the ‘Hospitals & Ambulatory Surgical Centers’ segment led in 2024.

Medical cannabis market to hit $87.41b by 2030

The global advancement of its legislation is a key growth driver.

Aster Digital Health rolls out Malayalam version of flagship app

The app aims to improve healthcare access by offering services in local languages.

Burjeel Medical City opens osseointegration clinic for amputees

The facility features the Osseointegrated Prosthetic Limb system.

Thomson Medical opens new women’s clinic in Katong

The facility offers support services such as pregnancy and postpartum care.

SG's heart centre launches new programme for cardiovascular ageing and longevity

CRANE aims to develop targeted interventions for older adults in real-world settings.

Continuing medical education market to be valued at $14.6b by 2030

Virtual simulations and interactive webinars now rival in-person symposia.

New Zealand’s Nelson Hospital to undergo major redevelopment

The project includes a new 128-bed inpatient building.