Healthcare

SingHealth expands Partners Buddy programme

The Partners Buddy programme allows GPs to refer patients to specialists faster.

SingHealth expands Partners Buddy programme

The Partners Buddy programme allows GPs to refer patients to specialists faster.

Health leaders unveil 3-Step plan to combat cardiovascular disease crisis

Heart disease and strokes account for almost one-third of deaths in SG.

Ajou University Hospital named as pediatric emergency medical institution for Gyeonggi-do

The initiative aims to assist hospitals in treating severe pediatric emergency patients.

Caritas Medical Centre names Gladys Kwan as Hospital Chief Executive

Kwan is currently the Chief Manager - Medical Grade of the Hospital Authority.

Siriraj Hospital expands medical care for advanced cancer treatment

The MR LINAC in SiRO has treated over 200 patients since its installation in October 2020.

Precision wellness, personalised healthcare focused on new longevity program

Innovative approach combines genetics, lifestyle, and diagnostics for personalised healthcare.

China widens medical services to nearly 3,000 tertiary public hospitals

Several hospitals see an increase in physicians specialising in anaesthesia, paediatrics and TCM.

AI-powered medical apps projected to gain a near $1t by 2030

Diagnosis apps provide real-time insights, treatment plans and cost-effective solutions for patients.

IHH Healthcare Malaysia renews deal with Ministry of Health for free cancer treatments

Over 500 patients will be receiving advanced cancer care through a patient reporting system.

China Medical University Hospital inks partnership with Google Cloud for smart healthcare

Both parties will use the large language model Med-PaLM 2, recommended by professionals.

Singapore’s medical market devices to reach $1.2b by 2028

The government is increasing support for its healthcare system and ageing population.

Australia invests $50m in advanced artificial heart technology

It is the third-largest investment from the Medical Research Future Fund.

Mount Alvernia Hospital boosts digitalisation efforts

The hospital has 12 pre-existing applications for staff and visitors.

Japan dental implants to reach $230m in 2033

Japan has accounted for over 12% of the dental implant market in APAC.

Three perennial healthcare system challenges digitalisation can address

Digital innovation such as remote consultations allows better access to healthcare.

DOH, WHO unveil new strategic framework for cancer control

Its launch coincides with the fifth anniversary of the National Integrated Cancer Control Act.

More public-private collaborations can bolster digital health strategies around the world

Only 15% to 20% of healthcare initiatives have private sector representation around the world.