Healthcare

South Korea’s pharmaceutical sales to hit $40.6b by 2028

It is expected to rise at a compound annual growth rate of 10% in US dollar terms.

SG’s Sengkang General Hospital unveils photon counting CT for public sector

The tech reduces radiation and contrast doses whilst maintaining image quality.

Vietnam’s DND International Eye Hospital adopts SMILE Pro technology

The tech features a 2mm incision that allows for rapid correction of refractive errors.

7MM Parkinson’s disease pipeline focuses on disease-modifying agents

There are a total of 93 products in Phase I-III development for PD treatment.

Australian gov’t allocates $329k for Wyong Hospital facility upgrades

The funding will be used for two minor work projects at the establishment.

Healthcare cloud computing faces talent shortages amidst market growth

Recruitment and retention pose a major concern for organisations.

Dental practice management software market to reach $954.53m by 2028

It is due to an increased focus on maximising dental chair utilisation.

HMI Medical rebranding marks shift to integrated care

Through M&As, the group is building a ‘house of brands’ for each medical area.

Young Hospital secures $165,000 funding boost for equipment upgrade

The amount will be used to purchase an endoscopy reprocessing system.

Dubai Health expands strategic partnerships for paediatric care

It will cover areas such as advanced systems development and data management.

Australia’s SVHM adopts new system for same-day discharge spinal surgery

This includes a spinal endoscopic tower, an intraoperative CT scanner, and a 3D camera system.

Saudi Arabia’s genetic testing market to grow 9.75% annually through 2029

Increased awareness of genetic testing’s role in disease prevention is driving market growth.

Global long-term care market to grow by $394.8b by 2028

Its expansion is driven by an ageing population and the rising rates of chronic diseases.

Apollo Hospitals, Monash University to advance digital health research

The partnership includes local testing of clinical AI projects developed by Apollo.

All Singaporean private hospitals commit to NEHR health data system

The MOH is also preparing to pass the Health Information Bill in Parliament next year.

SG to mandate all private hospitals to share patient data with NEHR

Patients can opt out of having their essential medical data shared.