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HMI Medical rebranding marks shift to integrated care
Through M&As, the group is building a ‘house of brands’ for each medical area.
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HMI Medical rebranding marks shift to integrated care
Through M&As, the group is building a ‘house of brands’ for each medical area.
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Electronic health records with AI show promise
They are also at risk from backdoor attacks, data poisoning and unauthorised access.
NUH’s Spine AI quickens discovery of spine issues
The Singaporean hospital expects the volume of scans to surge amidst an ageing population.
SMCV pushes brain stimulation to help stroke patients
The noninvasive and painless medical procedure improves motor skill recovery.
Diversity in Asia-Pacific region’s clinical trials pushed
Hospitals should use inclusive trial designs for more effective treatment, Medidata says.
Healthcare ransomware attacks surge to a four-year high
Recover costs have increased to $2.57m in the current year.
Smart rings to emerge as key health monitoring devices
However, its adoption poses concerns about cybersecurity risks.
UAE diagnostic labs market to be valued at $1.46b by 2029
Key drivers include investments in advanced technologies and government support.
Saudi’s KFSHRC banks on innovation to transform healthcare
The hospital is accelerating adoption of emerging technologies to position itself as a global leader in medicine
Angkor Hospital eyes trauma centre for children
The facility will have an ICU, emergency room, operating theatre and a surgical ward.
Southeast Asia’s healthtech startups garner $1.5b in funding in five years
The sector experienced a funding peak of $515m in 2023.
Malaysia’s medical device market outpaces SEA counterparts to value $3.3b by 2028
The sector is projected to rise at 7.8% CAGR in US dollar terms through 2028.
Cambodia’s Central Hospital pivots to tech adoption for enhanced heart care
One of its key technologies is an ECMO machine for prolonged life support in critical care conditions.
Vietnam’s medical device market to value $2.5b by 2028
Thanks to a strong domestic demand and increased healthcare spending
KL Int'l Tertiary Hospital eyes medical hub status with integrated approach
The upcoming facility will integrate medical and wellness services for a holistic patient experience.
APAC’s healthcare security in crisis over rising cyberattacks: report
This poses a threat to health information, along with financial and insurance data.
Stronger partnerships urged to make healthcare accessible in remote areas
DKSH Healthcare said Southeast Asian nations should push for stronger public-private partnerships and harmonise regulatory standards.