Healthcare
Global heparin market to grow by $3.34b by 2028
Global heparin market to grow by $3.34b by 2028
Key developments include fractionated and low-molecular-weight heparin for thrombosis management.
KFSHRC performs first robotic liver transplant in Western Region
A 23-year-old man with hereditary chronic progressive liver disease underwent the procedure.
Global Alzheimer's therapeutics market to grow by $5.41b through 2028
It sees advancements with new drug classes like cholinesterase inhibitors.
8MM respiratory syncytial virus prophylaxis market to hit $6.2b by 2030
Thanks to the introduction of new monoclonal antibodies and vaccines.
Artificial cervical disc market to be valued at $8.56b by 2032
The ageing global population is driving demand for effective treatment options.
New cancer care centre to launch at OFW Hospital, Philippines
Operations are planned to start in the first quarter of 2026.
New healthcare worker accommodation delivered to Leeton District Hospital
The units are expected to be ready for occupancy by early next year.
Australia invests $3.8m in new linear accelerators at Gosford Cancer Centre
The machines can capture 4D imaging and monitor respiratory motion.
Health spending in developed markets to remain elevated in 2025
Key drivers include infrastructure investments, digital technologies, and higher wages.
Saudi Arabia’s medical tourism market to reach $0.54b by 2029
The country is becoming a hub for specialised medical services such as cardiology and orthopedics.
Hong Kong seeks prescription for nursing shortage
The city must improve working conditions and offer nurses better pay.
APAC computed tomography market to grow at over 3% CAGR until 2033
64-slice CT systems are expected to drive the largest market share growth.
Emerging markets to see slightly slower health expenditure growth in 2025
Meanwhile, Mainland China and India are expected to witness high growth in health spending.
APAC malaria diagnostics market to grow at 6.1% CAGR through 2030
It is poised to witness the fastest growth amongst other regions.
SNUBH to launch Korea’s first int'l PSP Research and Treatment Centre
The centre will facilitate treatment, research, and the potential commercialisation of PSP therapies.
Australia invests $48.1m in Royal Flying Doctor Service
It will expand on the RFDS’s primary care, mental health, and dental services.
SGH and Philips to set up MRI training centre in Singapore
The centre is open to public and private hospitals in Singapore and APAC.