China

China’s pivot to domestic medical devices market could discourage MNCs: report

Some local ministries banned public institutions from procuring imported medical equipment.

China's medical devices sales seen to exceed $42b in 2022

Its sales went up due to strong domestic demand.

Chinese health firms to see ‘limited impact’ from possible online drug sales rules

These firms have licences and are involved with self-operated pharmacies. 

China lists 21 priority areas for healthcare reform

The country aims to continue its stringent zero-COVID policy.

HIV self-testing with digital support makes tests accessible, secure in China

These devices must be available in the online market with ensured security.

Huihe Healthcare (Asia Heart Innovation Inc) clinches Cardiology Product Innovation of the Year - China at Healthcare Asia Medtech Awards 2022

K-Clip only requires interventional access, which takes less than an hour to enter the heart from the bloodstream.

Medical device producers with advanced R&D in China to outperform peers: UOB KayHian

This is on the back of the growing availability of therapeutics and vaccines.

China COVID guidelines 'converging to int'l standard': OCBC

The move aimed to minimise disruption to economic growth.

Preah Kossamak Hospital to innovate with PACS

The system will be implemented this year.

WHO asks two Chinese vaccine manufacturers to share patents

The additional patents aim to address supply issues.

Ping An's AskBob beats six doctors by 2.9 points in diabetes competition

It won in the International Human-Machine Competition on Diabetes Management.

Medlinker sets up academic committee on AIDS internet diagnosis, treatment

It will guide the better application of Internet medical care in the prevention and control of AIDS.

Pharmaceutical sales in China to reach CNY1.8t by 2030: Fitch

It is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.7% over a ten-year forecast period. 

China-based Zhongchao to launch internet hospital

With this, the company now offers an all-in-one patient management service.

Ping An to build emergency management system

The system will help city managers to track epidemic conditions, real-time.

China to heighten competition for pharma exports to SSA

Nonetheless, India is still expected to be the region’s top supplier.