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Health Bureau pushes workforce expansion in MCHK reform plan

The proposal expands lay members, streamline complaint handling.

Health sterotypes block early preventative actions amongst Asians: AIA

Rigid beliefs discourage early health action across Asia.

AI, chatbots cut nurse paperwork burdens

Hospitals are deploying barcoding and digital booking tools to relieve staffing strain.

SMART and NUS weaponize AI to give soft robots human-like reflexes

The system reduced tracking error by 44% to 55% under heavy disturbances.

Rising metabolic dysfunction drives insulin resistance treatment growth

26.5% of global population had insulin resistance in 2025.

Coronary artery disease, lifestyle factors boost cardiology device growth

Catheter-based procedures are preferred over traditional surgery.

Chronic diseases, ageing population fuel medical gas market growth

Chronic diseases like COPD, asthma, and cancer are rising.

AI patient engagement market hits $33.68b by 2032

The report projects 20.9% annual growth as cloud deployments dominate due to lower costs.

India’s Bio Pharma Shakti scheme signals end of import reliance

The national initiative targets drug affordability and R&D expansion.

Ageing populations drive ophthalmic disease strain on APAC healthcare

Chronic vision conditions are also adding pressure on hospitals and clinics.