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New SingHealth-Health ministry AI system to predict amputation risks early in diabetic patients
New SingHealth-Health ministry AI system to predict amputation risks early in diabetic patients
It aims to detect risks three to five years early.
Cancer infusion service expands in West Auckland amidst national rollout
This is the first community-based cancer infusion centre in West Auckland.
Wairarapa hospital opens endoscopy suite to boost local care
It forms part of a $34.2m investment.
Qatar Ministry opens healthcare rules to private providers
This gives private providers a voice to shape Qatar’s healthcare.
CKD blood pressure therapy cuts cardiovascular risk across all stages, study finds
The analysis spans 46 trials, covering 285,124 patients.
Singapore maintains biomed strength with 60+ plants despite closures
Sector drew $4.4b in 2025 investments, supporting jobs and continued manufacturing expansion.
Singapore private hospital bills rose 13% annually from 2019 to 2024
Hospital-related fees made up 60% of bills and grew faster than doctors’ professional fees, MOH said.
Minimally invasive tech and awareness drive dental implants $12.6b expansion
Demand is increasing for long-term dental restorations.
Progressive pulmonary fibrosis market expected to nearly double to $2.7b by 2035
Cheaper generics will compete with branded and pipeline drugs.
AI-powered model sets new standard for paediatric emergency prediction in Korea
System trained on 87,759 patient records exceeds established triage tool in accuracy tests.
Seoul St. Mary's Hospital caters to high-risk mothers, newborns in new centre
High-risk cases account for over 60% of hospitalised mothers.
UltraGreen.ai gains Singapore approval for Verdye in regional push
The regulatory clearance anchors UltraGreen.ai's Southeast Asia expansion.
Sparse clinical evidence hinders male infertility therapy development, report says
Male infertility can be caused by a poor lifestyle, amongst others.
Asia-Pacific ventricular assist device market surges on rising disease burden
The market is projected to reach $2.81b by 2031, growing annually at 8.44%.
Amrita Hospital introduces low-radiation SPECT/CT imaging technology
The technology supports clinical applications, including oncology, amongst others.
Australia to boost cancer research with $1.9m centre
It will use advanced imaging and cellular‑level immunology tools.
New specialised hearing and balance hub opens at Seoul St. Mary’s
The centre offers non-surgical drug therapies, amongst others.
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