Healthcare

Australian gov’t unveils concept design for $1.3b Bankstown Hospital

This outlines the planned locations of services and facilities within the new building.

Aster RV Hospital uses CORI system for knee revision surgery

The technology generates a 3D mapping of the joint, supporting real-time imaging.

Auckland City Hospital installs eight new heart and lung bypass machines

The full installation represents a total investment of $1.8m (NZ$3.2m).

Global disposable medical device market to hit $144.85b by 2030

Its expansion is attributed to growing concerns over hospital-acquired infections.

mRNA vaccine venture financing plunges 82% to $90m in 2025 YTD

The decline follows a $500m cut in grant support by the US HHS.

HMI Medical to deploy Workday AI suite across corporate functions

Key areas include human capital, finance, planning, and contract intelligence.

Bayside Health appoints inaugural chief executive

Adam Horsburgh’s appointment comes ahead of the merger’s 2026 launch.

Endometrial cancer treatment market to see ‘significant’ growth by 2034: report

It is being driven by ageing populations, increases in obesity, and metabolic conditions.

Healthcare simulation programmes launched for SEA professionals

Both initiatives will begin by the end of 2026, targeting 50 participants in the first year.

Medicover Hospital Navi Mumbai launches unit for stroke emergencies

It is equipped with rapid CT/MRI imaging and neuro-ICU support.

New cancer centre opens in Taranaki, NZ

The facility features the region’s Linear Accelerator for radiation therapy.

KFSHRC signs three cooperation agreements with Al-Qassim Health Cluster

Key areas include telemedicine, medical visits, and education programmes.

Australia to establish independent Centre for Disease Control

The new body will consolidate national evidence to address health threats.

Blood collection devices market to be valued at $13.02b by 2030

One key driver is the emergence of liquid biopsy tests.

Asan Medical Center, QST Hospital ink MoU on heavy ion therapy

The Korean hospital plans to introduce its heavy ion therapy system by 2031.