Healthcare
New Zealand’s Nelson Hospital to undergo major redevelopment
New Zealand’s Nelson Hospital to undergo major redevelopment
The project includes a new 128-bed inpatient building.
The Medical City, NMI to advance tech-enabled healthcare
Digital tools will be used to support early detection and continuous monitoring.
IHH Healthcare to fast-track shift to value-based care
The group monitors over 360 quality indicators across eight high-volume procedures.
China’s biopharma sector strikes $30b in oncology licensing deals
Antibody-drug conjugates dominated licensing activity in 2024.
SG hospital secures $4.5m grant to combat deadly autoimmune disease
Systemic sclerosis results in the death of one in two patients within four years of diagnosis.
Australia’s Healthscope parent entities fall into receivership
The group’s 37 hospitals continue to operate as normal.
Australian gov’t launches $15.4m GP trainee incentive in Queensland
Eligible doctors will receive a one-off payment of $25,726 (A$40,000).
SMART and KKH develop portable device to assess newborn immune function
The device enables real-time analysis using a single drop of blood.
Oncology information systems market to hit $4.69b by 2030
The surgical oncology segment is expected to witness notable growth.
Perennial Holdings, Guangzhou Metro ink deal for landmark hospital project
The project involves a $138.8m (RMB1b) investment.
SingHealth, Philips to roll out smart ICUs to cut false alarms
The system uses predictive capabilities for early treatment in general wards.
SGH offers new imaging technique for atypical femoral fractures
The method uses low-dose radiation to capture detailed images of the entire femur.
Gleneagles HK to advance health solutions through new partnerships
The development supports new digital health and diagnostic solutions.
South Korea’s PCR systems market to grow at 4% CAGR through 2036
The adoption of these systems is expanding beyond infectious disease detection.
Aster RV Hospital launches support system for liver transplant patients
The programme will be held once every three months.
Australian gov’t unveils $9.4b health budget for Tasmania
The funding supports hospital upgrades, elective surgery, and mental health infrastructure.
Australia invests $3.05m for Launceston General Hospital surgical robot
The tech will be used for urological, gynaecological, and other precision procedures.
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