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Japan delays medical expense reforms amidst political pushback
Japan delays medical expense reforms amidst political pushback
Overall health spending is still expected to surpass 12% of GDP by 2029.
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UAE’s growing cancer burden raises concerns over health system capacity
One key challenge is the workforce shortage.
Singapore trials therapy that kills cancer using sound and water
The treatment may be submitted for regulatory approval for some liver cancer patients.
India’s pharma industry to face ongoing scrutiny over quality issues
A recent FDA announcement presents risks for the country’s sector.
Integrated patient care systems market to hit $41.8b by 2030
Hospitals and health systems are the primary adopters of these platforms.
SingHealth, Philips to roll out smart ICUs to cut false alarms
The system uses predictive capabilities for early treatment in general wards.
Majority of HCPs recognise virtual care as key to patient empowerment
Only a small percentage expressed disagreement.
Aster Sanad Hospital to expand specialised care
Its CEO plans to boost centers of excellence in cardiology, orthopaedics, and neurology.
KMI Healthcare to open 100-bed specialist hospital in Penang
Due in 2028, the facility will offer advanced imaging systems and modern surgical tech.
US foreign aid cuts pressure health systems in emerging markets
At least 38% of USAID funds have been cut compared to FY 2024-25.
APAC’s price controls, tendering processes pose risks to pharma firms
Such practices could impact revenues and market access.
India’s healthcare market to reach $638b by 2025
However, the country still needs to fill in its infrastructure gap.
Hospitals need unified strategy vs ransomware
Healthcare was the second-most attacked sector by ransomware in the first half of 2024.
UTAR Hospital’s Ding Lay Ming pushes specialist rural care
The not-for-profit hospital's CEO wants to reach the poor whilst also serving those who can pay.
Asian Hospital’s CyberKnife tracks tumours in real time
The robotic radiosurgery system cuts cancer treatment from 30 to five sessions.
Hospitals urged to bridge gap in women’s healthcare
Better investment in women’s health could boost the global economy by $1t annually by 2040.
NUHCS training more surgeons on less invasive heart valve implant
TAVI targets a condition that often begins with a heart murmur.
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