Healthcare

Asia Pacific set for rapid growth in menstrual health apps

It is driven by rising smartphone use in countries like China, India, and Japan.

Asia Pacific set for rapid growth in menstrual health apps

It is driven by rising smartphone use in countries like China, India, and Japan.

What lies ahead for New Zealand’s medical device market?

A shift in policy involves decreased funding for digital health, impacting the sector’s growth.

Australia’s new centre to emphasise inflammatory disease care

The centre will enable detailed analysis of blood tests and biopsies for personalised treatment.

Abu Dhabi releases ABA guidelines for autism spectrum disorder

The framework aims to integrate evidence-based practices with international standards.

China to allow wholly foreign-owned hospitals in select areas

Conditions, requirements, and procedures for set-up will be specified at a later date.

Saudi Arabia’s IoT in healthcare market to grow at 8.69% CAGR through 2029

An increasing demand for telemedicine is fuelling the sector.

Tam Anh General Hospital launches centre for weight control and obesity

The facility integrates multiple specialities, such as endocrinology and metabolic nutrition.

Al Qassimi Hospital adopts new system for chronic limb-threatening ischemia

It is designed to keep arteries open whilst delivering everolimus to support vessel healing.

Autoimmune disease testing market to be valued at $12.1b by 2033

One growth driver includes the rising prevalence of autoimmune diseases.

Aster Whitefield Hospital launches neurosciences and spine care institute

It features mixed reality technology for 3D visualisation in treatment planning.

Cybercriminals target healthcare for personal health information

Healthcare organisations face rising phishing and remote access attacks.

Global surgical microscopes market to reach $1.4b by 2030

Thanks to an increased demand in various medical fields.

Australia allocates $2.4m to improve women’s health literacy

Three organisations will receive funding to expand health promotion efforts.

Patient engagement technology market to rise by $37.4b through 2028

The sector is pivoting towards healthcare digitisation.

Sepsis drug development remains challenged amidst high trial failures

Currently, there are 14 drugs in late-stage development across eight major markets.

Health Sciences Authority names new CEO

Raymond Chua Swee Boon will succeed Mimi Choong May Ling in the role.

Australia unveils $3.8b investment for aged care reforms

This includes a $2.9b allocation for a new “Support at Home” programme.