Healthcare

Diversity in Asia-Pacific region’s clinical trials pushed

Hospitals should use inclusive trial designs for more effective treatment, Medidata says.

Global external nasal dilator market to grow by $242.3m by 2028

It is driven by rising air pollution and the growing prevalence of OSA.

Australian gov’t launches $35m childhood cancer research consortium

It is backed by $35m investment from the state and $10m from the Children’s Cancer Foundation.

Malaysia's Regency Specialist Hospital unveils medical care centre in Johor

It will focus on early detection, preventive care, and overall health management.

FV Hospital launches training programme for newly graduated doctors

Full scholarships will be given to 20 select candidates.

PCR technologies market to grow to $21.89b by 2030

The Asia-Pacific region will witness the highest growth.

Gastrointestinal diseases therapeutics market to grow by $18.5b in 2028

This is due to the rising prevalence of chronic digestive conditions.

MOH to launch national programme for familial hypercholesterolemia by 2025

The genetic condition increases the risk of heart disease by 20-fold.

$35.7m Gunnedah Hospital Redevelopment progresses with major concrete pour

Its construction is expected to be completed in late 2025.

NHG, community retail pharmacies partner for preventive health services

The collaboration will initially focus on smoking cessation counselling.

How can Southeast Asia increase its medical tourism pie?

A US patient can save as much as 80% in Malaysia, 75% in Thailand, and 40% in Singapore.

HMI Medical acquires majority stake in Advanced Urology Associates

The move expands the group’s portfolio of specialist groups.