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DoH Abu Dhabi and OECD partner to advance healthcare regulatory practices
DoH Abu Dhabi and OECD partner to advance healthcare regulatory practices
This follows the initial phase of the project launched in 2019.
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Nepean Hospital implements safe staffing levels in New South Wales
It has recruited over 13 full-time equivalent nurses in the emergency department.
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Gov’t to roll out licensing regime for clinics and SPCs
Clinics operating as of 30 November 2018 have until 13 April next year to apply for a licence.
Qatar eyes strong cooperation with health insurance firms
A meeting was held to discuss progress in the national health insurance system.
Will weak enforcement undermine WHO’s pandemic treaty?
The global accord affirms national sovereignty in public health matters.
HK’s new public hospital fees to take effect on January 2026
The HHB and HA have conducted consultations to gather feedback on the reform direction.
India launches competency-based curricula for allied health
It focuses on 10 allied and healthcare professions.
Australian gov’t announces ‘Hospital Rescue Plan’ in Queensland
It aims to deliver 2,600 extra hospital beds across the state.
Saudi Arabia unveils public e-consultation for virtual healthcare services
Key areas include respiratory diseases, liver, and gastrointestinal conditions.
Australian gov’t to ban public-private partnerships in NSW acute hospitals
The legislation will apply to future governments who seek a privatisation agenda.
SG’s public healthcare staff to receive pay hikes of up to 7%
This follows the Ministry of Health’s announcement last January.
India’s health expenditure to see 10.2% CAGR until 2029
However, health spending remains low as a share of GDP.
Singapore to establish new communicable diseases agency in April
The CDA will focus on prevention, preparedness, detection, response, and enablement.
India to fully exempt 36 'life-saving' drugs from basic customs duty
The announcement was made during the presentation of the Union Budget 2025-26.
Singapore to raise 37,000 public healthcare workers’ salaries by mid-2025
This follows the last salary adjustment in 2021.
Australia to fast-track registration for internationally qualified nurses
Processing times will be reduced by up to 6-12 months.
Healthcare stakeholders told to push rule changes in Asia
Conflicting laws are increasing the operational costs of multinational companies.
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