Healthcare
Hospitals need unified strategy vs ransomware
Healthcare was the second-most attacked sector by ransomware in the first half of 2024.
Medical software market to surpass $120b by 2034
However, limited awareness and high upfront costs may hinder growth.
Global traditional wound care market to hit $9.12b by 2030
Its growth is attributed to rising cases of traumatic and burn injuries.
Tender preparations begin for Eurobodalla radiotherapy services
A ‘Request for Proposal’ will be listed on the ‘buy NSW Tenders’ platform.
New renal unit opens at Queensland’s Longreach Hospital
The facility is designed to offer multiple dialysis sessions.
Sunway Medical Centre Ipoh launches in Perak, Malaysia
The facility houses a dedicated cancer centre and nuclear medicine centre.
SERI and CityU ink MoU on eye health research
The partnership focuses on joint PhD supervision and student-staff exchanges.
Digital platforms to enhance predictive modelling, personalised care
One key driver includes patient data integration into mobile health platforms.
OUE Healthcare updates on Pun Hlaing Hospitals after Myanmar earthquake
The Mandalay facility sustained physical damage and has suspended operations.
Global medical drones market to reach $1.2b by 2032
Thanks to the rising need for quicker transportation of medical services.
Body worn camera trial underway at Liverpool, Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospitals
Five hospitals are currently involved in the initiative.
Here’s what to expect from the $60M Temora Health Service redevelopment
A new single-storey building will house an expanded medical imaging unit.
SNUH develops ‘Korean-style’ language model for medical information
The model was created using large-scale data.
NHCS performs ‘first-in-Singapore’ procedure for heart failure patients
The new technique uses a balloon and stent to clear blockages in LVADs.
India’s Ankura Hospital secures $19.3m for expansion
The funding would be used to improve paediatric, maternity, and gynaecology services.
KKH-led institute launches sexual health guidelines for women
The guidelines cover screening, assessment, education, and management.
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