Gwyneth Bejer
Australia launches menopause hub at the Royal Hospital for Women, Randwick
Australia launches menopause hub at the Royal Hospital for Women, Randwick
The hub includes NSW’s first publicly funded hormone and mood clinic.
Here’s what’s driving India’s medical device sector growth
Developments in tier II and III cities include partnerships and healthcare infrastructure expansion.
South Korea’s pharmaceutical sales to hit $40.6b by 2028
It is expected to rise at a compound annual growth rate of 10% in US dollar terms.
SG’s Sengkang General Hospital unveils photon counting CT for public sector
The tech reduces radiation and contrast doses whilst maintaining image quality.
Vietnam’s DND International Eye Hospital adopts SMILE Pro technology
The tech features a 2mm incision that allows for rapid correction of refractive errors.
7MM Parkinson’s disease pipeline focuses on disease-modifying agents
There are a total of 93 products in Phase I-III development for PD treatment.
Australian gov’t allocates $329k for Wyong Hospital facility upgrades
The funding will be used for two minor work projects at the establishment.
Healthcare cloud computing faces talent shortages amidst market growth
Recruitment and retention pose a major concern for organisations.
HMI Medical rebranding marks shift to integrated care
Through M&As, the group is building a ‘house of brands’ for each medical area.
Young Hospital secures $165,000 funding boost for equipment upgrade
The amount will be used to purchase an endoscopy reprocessing system.
Dubai Health expands strategic partnerships for paediatric care
It will cover areas such as advanced systems development and data management.
Australia’s SVHM adopts new system for same-day discharge spinal surgery
This includes a spinal endoscopic tower, an intraoperative CT scanner, and a 3D camera system.
Global long-term care market to grow by $394.8b by 2028
Its expansion is driven by an ageing population and the rising rates of chronic diseases.
Apollo Hospitals, Monash University to advance digital health research
The partnership includes local testing of clinical AI projects developed by Apollo.
All Singaporean private hospitals commit to NEHR health data system
The MOH is also preparing to pass the Health Information Bill in Parliament next year.
Indonesia's medical aesthetics market to rise 11.56% CAGR through 2029
Minimally invasive treatments like botox and dermal fillers are gaining traction.
Qatar’s medical device market to reach $298.6m by 2028
The sector will benefit from stronger hydrocarbon output and a rebound in investment.
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