Healthcare

Healthcare’s growing tech dependence heightens demand for cybersecurity

A shift to interconnected systems and IoT is raising the need for advanced measures.

APAC patient care faces hurdles amidst staff shortages and financial woes

Healthcare leaders raise concerns about delivering timely and high-quality care.

Electronic health records market to rise at 17.6% CAGR through 2028

Hospitals and clinics are adopting these systems to reduce paperwork and focus on patient care.

Australia launches new ambulance station in Kingscliff

The two-level facility replaces the 65-year-old station on Marine Parade.

Asan Medical Centre applies homomorphic encryption to lower breach risks

The tool was applied to a model that predicts mortality within 30 days post-surgery.

HK’s Hospital Authority recruits nurses from Kuala Lumpur

Non-local nurses can work in HK without taking a licensure exam.

South Korea’s radiosurgery market to grow at 6% CAGR through 2033

Its expansion is attributed to a demand for advanced, minimally invasive treatments for neurological conditions,

Medical devices industry pivots to weight management amidst diabetes surge

The endoscopy devices market is projected to grow steadily concerning obesity management.

Heart attack diagnostics market to be valued at $21.1b by 2033

Key drivers include medical imaging advancements and a rising prevalence of cardiovascular diseases.

Launceston General Hospital unveils new CT scanning facilities

This upgrade includes one of two new machines, with the second to be operational by October.

Bangkok Hospital Phuket and PHA ink MoU for well-being initiatives

Wellness programmes will be introduced for staff, guests, expatriates, and locals.

Daylesford Hospital upgrades operating theatre with $4.1m funding boost

This also includes improvements to the patient waiting area and sterile stock storage space. 

Informal caregivers provide $1.28b in value for aged care annually

This is equivalent to about 11% of the government's expenditure on healthcare. 

How precision medicine expands beyond oncology

It customises medical treatments based on individual genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors.

Saudi Arabia launches ‘Regulatory Healthcare Sandbox’ to boost digital innovation

It aims to boost healthcare innovation by offering support in AI, 3D printing, IoT, and biotechnology. 

KFSHRC develops diagnosis protocol for infectious diseases

One of its key features is the use of second and third-generation sequencing.