Healthcare

Six in 10 S’poreans at higher risk for developing diabetes complications

90% identified food as the most impactful factor on glucose levels. 

Parliament urges proactive support for seniors through Age Well SG

Around 100,000 seniors are expected to face mild disability by 2030.

What lies ahead for Singapore’s medical device market?

The sector will benefit from rising healthcare expenditure driven by an ageing population.

IHH Healthcare acquires Penang's Island Hospital for $1.2b

The group now operates 18 hospitals across Malaysia.

SG to launch national strategy for allied health professionals

It will also implement a mandatory continuing professional education by 2026.

Singapore adds $13.2m to pandemic fund

This brings the city-state’s total contribution to $26.4m (US$20m). 

Tianjin Pharma posts 11 % net profit rise in Q3 2024

The group’s Chinese medicine segment primarily drove revenue, which contributed $807.8m.

Cordlife to hold EGM on 14 Nov to pass resolutions

It proposes to pay directors' fees of up to $135,000 for 2024.

Healthway Medical launches new foot care services for diabetics

The team will use a multidisciplinary approach. 

Q&M Dental Group will not renew Acumen's lab licence, suspends operations

It will also close its joint testing and vaccination centre in Sengkang from 1 December.

Gov't authorizes COVID-19 vaccine from Pfizer and BioNTech

Non-clinical data showed better response compared to the Omicron XBB.1.5-adapted vaccine.

OUE unit to issue $50m green notes at 4% due 2029

These new notes will be consolidated with the existing $150m green notes issued on 8 October.