Healthcare

Here are top three medical conditions driving medical plan costs

Aon said the global average medical trend rate will grow by 10.1% in 2024.

China’s anti-corruption campaign to have a long-term positive outlook for healthcare

It will encourage healthcare firms to adopt strict rules for future procurement.

South Korea and Africa discuss global healthcare workforce

Other discussions include vaccine and biotechnology cooperation.

Philippine gov’t OKs law putting up speciality health centers

The health centres will prioritise cancer and cardiovascular care, amongst others.

Bumrungrad and BDMS to benefit from Thai strong medical tourism

The hospitals’ revenues will grow 10% over the next five years.

Healthcare businesses urged to address these five AI risks

Amongst the risks are bias, misinformation, and privacy.

India to account for 18% of APAC's surgical sutures market

GlobalData finds risks in traditional suturing techniques for India.

Outlook uncertain for India’s generic drug makers: Fitch

The country is expected to retain its position as ‘pharmacy of the world’ despite challenges.

A majority of clinicians in APAC believes digital health tech is the future

With great power comes with an even bigger responsibility for the future tech-savvy doctor

Robot-assisted surgery set to triple in size by 2030: study

APAC poised to grow the fastest, likely to secure a quarter market share.

Singapore’s National University Cancer Institute welcomes new director

The outgoing director is exiting after nine years of service

New Primary Care Research Institute to boost SingHealth Polyclinics

The SingHealth Polyclinics and its partners will explore new models of primary care.

Supercomputer deployed for AI tool needs in NUHS

The Prescience supercomputer will train AI models that will enhance treatments. 

VinMec establishes state-of-the-art clinic to serve Phu Quoc’s growing population

It offers efficient delivery through an integrated telehealth app and a variety of emergency procedures.