Australia

Healthcare affordability the least worry among Aussies but majority don’t see doctors: survey

Australians’ top concern is seeing their loved ones getting sick, while they are least worried about not being able to afford the healthcare they need.

Younger Australians more likely to go into debt to pay for medical bills

Over 15.5% of Austalians polled have medical debts for themselves or a loved one.

GlobalData sees AI driving Australia’s ultrasound systems market

AI-powered softwares can fast-track turnaround time and help produce consistent results.

ForHealth bags two major wins at Healthcare Asia Awards

The company believes every Australian has the right to high-quality healthcare.

Heart valve market in Australia to reach $50m in 2030: report

This is due to the rise of cardiovascular disease risks.

Healthcare budget boost to beef up Australia’s pharma sector

The allocation is expected to help reduce the pressure on the hospital system.

Australia's incentives for domestic manufacturing to create opportunities

The country's science agency opened a new national lab in Melbourne.

Australia expands digital initiatives in COVID-19 response

The country’s pandemic landscape is expected to transform further in the coming months.

Elderly Australians least comfortable with telemedicine

Nonetheless, more than half of the age group found its use to be comfortable.

E-health platform Eucalyptus raises $22.2m in Series B round

Funds will be used to build out its behavioural health and chronic care modules.

Over 12 million e-prescriptions issued in Australia

Over 22,000 healthcare providers are now issuing e-prescriptions.

ASX-listed HealthCo buys eight oncology clinics for $81m

It has also formed a JV with Acurio to develop a private hospital in NSW.

Rising stomach disorders ramp up Australia’s upper endoscopy market

Flexible video gastroscopes accounted for over 90% of the market.

Australia invests $9.71m in healthcare research projects

It is funded through the 2020 Primary Healthcare Research Data Infrastructure grants.

InterSystems Launches TrakCare® 2021 as a Foundation for Virtual Care Innovation

TrakCare 2021 responds to growing demand from patients and healthcare professionals for telehealth and virtual care in a healthcare environment shaped by COVID-19.

Recovery in sight for Australia’s aortic stent grafts market

Abdominal aortic stent grafts account for over 95% of the market in 2020.