Gwyneth Bejer

Chief Executive names new Under Secretary for Health

Cecilia Fan will succeed Libby Lee in the post.

Australia invests $1.2b to cut Queensland’s elective surgery waiting times

The funding includes $834m (A$1.27b) for the Surgery Connect programme.

Singapore adds special care dentistry as eighth dental speciality

The speciality focuses on treating adults with complex needs.

Pakistan’s drug import dependence poses risks to critical medicine supply

Pharmaceutical imports are expected to reach $920m by 2029.

Endoscopic hemostasis devices market eyes 3.6% CAGR growth through 2034

Ageing populations are undergoing more frequent endoscopic screenings.

Remote surgery technology platforms market to hit $10.52b by 2034

Its growth is attributed to the rising demand for minimally invasive surgeries.

FV Hospital launches social health insurance for outpatient, emergency care

It will cover 100% of eligible costs within the Health Ministry’s scope.

New 300-bed multispeciality hospital opens in Banjara Hills, India

It features a Centre for Artificial Intelligence & Innovation.

Contractor named for $1.2b new women and babies hospital project

The project will replace the century-old King Edward Memorial Hospital.

NHG Health unveils AI-generated medication education videos

The videos cover 79 topics, such as commonly prescribed medicines.

Here’s what’s challenging the HIV market

Many patients rely on older therapies due to insurance limitations.

Residual DNA testing market to be valued at $370m by 2030

India, China, Brazil, and Japan are rapidly scaling their biopharma capabilities.

Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road introduces neighbourhood ambulance service

The launch supports the hospital’s “Neighbourhood Connect” initiative

Fortis Hospital launches dual-robot programme for kidney transplant

The surgical systems operate simultaneously for donors and recipients.

Temporary ambulance site opens in Unanderra, New South Wales

Thirteen paramedics will be based at the temporary site.

P. D. Hinduja Hospital opens living will clinic in India

The clinic offers advanced care planning, such as documenting treatment choices.