Healthcare

German pharmaceutical firm plans new APAC bioprocessing plant in South Korea

German pharmaceutical firm plans new APAC bioprocessing plant in South Korea

Merck will use its Asia Pacific Bioprocessing Center for commercial manufacturing for its biotech and pharmaceutical clients.

This startup’s clinic software is the first to be fully compatible with HealthierSG

Galen Health is one of the vendors that joined HealthierSG’s SmartCMS Programme.

Growing home health market to bring in radically new digital solutions

BCG predicts a surge in new technologies and competition between ecosystems providing hybrid healthcare.

APAC seen as significant player in internet of medical things market by 2030: study

IoMT can help healthcare providers streamline workflow with real-time data, monitoring and analysis.

M1, Fullerton to launch 5G-powered maritime telemedicine in Singapore in July

Seafarers will soon enjoy access to teleconsultations and have their medicines delivered by drones.

Hong Kong gov’t pilots radiology diagnostic service program

The pilot programme will offer CT and MRI scans to residents of the New Territories East.

South Korea, ASEAN set to expand bilateral cooperation in health insurance, IT

The collaboration may include sending policymakers in ASEAN countries to train in Korea.

Can NFT be used as a health wallet for data privacy? SingHealth reveals how

NFT may potentially help patients get full ownership of their data.

Japan’s Shin Nippon Biomedical Labs to buy US-based Satsuma for nasal powder migraine drug

Developed by Satsuma, STS101 is a nasal powder formulation of the anti-migraine drug, dihydroergotamine mesylate.

HealthierSG lightens overwhelmed hospitals’ load and reduces healthcare spending

Healthcare reform in Singapore fields general practitioners (GPs) and family doctors to implement preventive care in communities.

South Manila's apex hospital puts up dedicated facility for cancer treatment

Asian Hospital and Medical Center invests P300m (US$5.5m) in high-tech but affordable services for more cancer patients.

Services from healthcare providers in Singapore slightly grew in Q1 23

The study showed that the healthcare provider segment went up to 51.3.

GlobalData sees AI driving Australia’s ultrasound systems market

AI-powered softwares can fast-track turnaround time and help produce consistent results.

OUE Lippo Healthcare, CUHK to operate the international medical centre

Prince Bay Hospital is seen to be commissioned in 2024 with over 200 beds. 

Thailand hospitals step up IVF treatments to draw more Chinese tourists

Hiring more doctors, offering hotel stays, and wellness packages help boost medical tourism.

GlobalData sees new biopsy device boosting India’s bone cancer treatment market

The newly patented device simplifies tissue extraction in a bone marrow biopsy.

Tan Tock Seng Hospital's 'smart ward' improves staff well-being

TTSH employs innovation, robots, and automation for service efficiency and unburdening a leaner workforce.