Healthcare
Medical device firms eye sustainability amidst regulatory changes
Medical device firms eye sustainability amidst regulatory changes
Regulatory shifts may lead to temporary device shortages in the short term.
Australian gov’t invests $189,000 to NSW aged care transition project
The funding follows an initial grant awarded in May 2024.
Australian gov’t to ban public-private partnerships in NSW acute hospitals
The legislation will apply to future governments who seek a privatisation agenda.
India’s diagnostic imaging market to exceed $7b by 2033
Thanks to rising healthcare expenditure and a greater demand for accessible solutions.
Gleneagles Hospital Bengaluru unveils interventional radiology cath lab
The lab is located in the hospital’s Richmond Road Facility.
Tan Tock Seng Hospital adopts automated prostate biopsy tech
The machine uses robot-guided MRI fusion and advanced auto-segmentation.
HA completes construction of support services centre
It aims to enhance patient support services in public hospitals.
Australian gov’t unveils neonatal retrieval units in Queensland
The units are compatible with a wide range of retrieval vehicles.
NUH expands supportive and palliative care in new partnerships
One key focus area is to enable more terminally ill patients to receive care at home.
Medical alert systems market to double by 2032
Thanks to product performance innovations and AI integration.
New cancer care service opens on Bribie Island
The facility provides low-risk chemotherapy, blood product support, and therapy.
Bumrungrad International Hospital adopts photon-counting CT technology
The AI-powered tech offers high-resolution imaging.
SG’s public healthcare staff to receive pay hikes of up to 7%
This follows the Ministry of Health’s announcement last January.
Global central nervous system market to surpass $80b in 2025
It is the fifth-fastest growing therapy area for the year.
Japan’s 10-year fund to boost pharmaceutical landscape
The country’s ageing population is driving demand for innovative treatments.
Here’s what to expect with Australia’s Blue Mountains Hospital upgrade
Planning is also underway for redevelopment.
RPA introduces safe staffing levels in emergency department
It ensures a one-to-one nurse-to-patient ratio for resuscitation beds.
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