Gwyneth Bejer
Hong Kong healthcare sector hits $3.4t market cap as of June
Hong Kong healthcare sector hits $3.4t market cap as of June
This is three times the $1.12b (US$144b) recorded at the end of 2017.
HCCH launches Lung Center of Excellence in new partnership
The COE focuses on two main lung cancer types.
Chong Hua Hospital Mandaue introduces SUDOSCAN diagnostic service
The device provides a non-invasive test in less than three minutes.
Cambodian, Chinese hospital to set up remote 3D printing centre
It will support the cross-regional use of advanced technology.
Sengkang General Hospital unveils eLOBBY self-service facility
Patients can access assistance through the hospital’s “Ask Sarah” chatbot.
ADB OKs $41m package to boost Lao PDR’s primary health care
The funding includes $30m from the bank’s ordinary capital resources.
Whanganui Hospital opens upgraded dental unit
Key features include a dedicated area for patients receiving IV sedation.
Hospital Authority tests drone delivery of medical supplies
The flight takes about 20 minutes compared with existing transport.
Kauvery Hospital Vadapalani unveils Sports Medicine & Arthroscopy Centre
The facility also offers cartilage regenerative therapy.
New Zealand to modernise health workforce regulation for faster care
Key measures include quicker recognition of overseas qualifications.
Global Foley catheters market to hit $1.2b by 2030
A rise in surgical procedures is driving demand.
KFSHRC, Saudi Space Agency sign MoU to advance space medicine
The partnership focuses on health and biotechnology research.
Gleneagles Hospital HK, GUTolution partner on patient wellness programmes
Personalised gut health interventions will be included under the hospital brand.
Few Thais undergo cancer screening despite awareness: report
Only 10% have taken specific screening tests.
Hoan My launches healthcare programme valued at $227,406
Benefits include discounts starting from 10%, with savings of up to $75.8 (VND 2m).
TTSH to add 600 acute beds under ‘HealthCity Novena Master Plan’ Phase 2
The campus will comprise the ‘Specialist’, ‘Community’, and ‘Future Health’ spaces.
Chong Hua Hospital unveils renovated delivery room and NICU complex
The upgraded DR include labour rooms and a space for internal examination.
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