Gwyneth Bejer
Kauvery Hospital launches CAR-T cell therapy for blood cancers
Kauvery Hospital launches CAR-T cell therapy for blood cancers
It is designed to treat lymphoblastic leukaemia and diffuse large B-cell lymphoma.
Tam Anh Hospital adopts high-resolution CT scanner in Ho Chi Minh City
The tech helps visualise small abnormalities, like tumours and blood clots.
New virtual menopause health hub launches in NSW, Australia
It offers medical, nursing and allied health services in south-western Sydney.
Avisena Healthcare, DMA ink MoU to boost clinical training
Both parties will also develop continuing medical education programmes.
Laparoscopic retrieval bag market to be valued at $985.7m by 2034
Thanks to a shift to minimally invasive surgical procedures.
Philippines to cut power costs in healthcare facilities
This supports a mandated 10% cut in electricity and fuel use across government buildings.
Abu Dhabi fast-tracks access to new IBD medication
It is the first outside the US to offer the treatment.
New Dunedin Hospital development resumes in New Zealand
Major construction is expected to start in early 2026.
St Vincent’s Hospital marks structural completion of Brenan Place
The building is expected to be completed in 2026.
Western Australia increases PATS fuel subsidy by 54%
Thanks to a $12.07m (A$18.5m) investment in the 2025-26 State Budget.
Japan delays medical expense reforms amidst political pushback
Overall health spending is still expected to surpass 12% of GDP by 2029.
Sai Gon Hospital joins forces with partners to aid cancer patients
Eligible participants will get partial support for Ministry-approved medications.
Manipal Hospital Hebbal opens community clinic at Embassy Lake Terraces
The facility provides pharmacy services, nursing care, physiotherapy.
Prince Court performs first pulse field ablation for irregular heartbeat
The procedure was carried out on a 61-year-old patient.
Abu Dhabi to develop genome surgery centres in new partnership
CRISPR-based technologies will be used for customised treatments.
Health information exchange market to reach $4.44b by 2032
Thanks to a rising focus on interoperability and seamless data sharing.
Global venipuncture procedure market to hit $1.5b by 2030
Its growth is attributed to the increasing demand for diagnostic testing.
Commentary
The shift towards cognitive healthcare platforms leveraging AI, IoT, and Blockchain