Healthcare
Private-to-sponsor and take-private deals lead in the healthcare in H1: study
Private-to-sponsor and take-private deals lead in the healthcare in H1: study
Total deals of private-to-sponsor were at US$4b.
Parkway Life REIT priced 7-year fixed rate notes at $33m
The notes are due in 2030.
Healthcare Singapore REITs post 5% gain, firm on expansion
Quality healthcare and senior care services gather steam in key markets like Japan and Singapore.
Malaysia’s healthcare spending to see 7.7% rise in five years: Fitch
Reforms are also eyed to ensure sustainable financing in the long run.
This startup helps hospitals treat stroke patients quickly
Hopebotics’ device transfers stroke patients’ therapy at home whilst hospitals monitor the progress remotely.
TTSH and life sciences firm to deliver advanced multiple-gene testing
Their clinical research will help lessen testing costs.
Over one-third of Singaporeans cut back health-related expenses
TELUS Health said 65% curtailed their discretionary spending.
AI-powered healthcare intel to enhance treatment priorities in Malaysia
The Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council is working with industry players to look at the best practices for AI.
Singapore Red Cross now accepts crypto donations
Crypto donations is coursed via crypto payment gateway Triple-A.
Singapore’s healthtech agency rebrands as Synapxe
AI-powered platforms were unveiled as the agency was rechristened.
Singapore launches industry transformation map 2025 for healthcare
Preventive health takes centre stage.
Firms need to step up to drive lasting impact in healthcare e-commerce in Asia
Shift to a proactive digital-first mindset is a must for healthcare and wellness brands.
APAC healthcare centres struggle with public funding for heart failure meds
The study showed the global economic burden of heart failure is at US$346.17b.
Vacant buildings to turn into hostel accommodation for SG’s foreign HCWs
The retrofitted rooms are for newly employed Singapore public healthcare workers.
IHH Healthcare grants approval for Agilus IPO plans
The timing of the IPO will be determined by Agilus and Fortis.
OUEH’s profit attributable to the company down nearly 80% in H1
Its revenue, however, increased 85% year-on-year (YoY) to $78.7m.
Robot trio augment nursing care in Singapore hospital
Autonomous robots are in charge of wayfinding, medication delivery, and blanket delivery.
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