Healthcare

SCH named WHO Collaborating Centre for Social Prescribing

It will focus on capacity building, collaboration, and research.

Health Department OKs LITFULO for severe alopecia

In Singapore, the local incidence of alopecia areata is 3.8%.

HIV self-test kits to be available in select retail pharmacies by end Janaury

This is part of the health ministry’s effort to boost self-testing.

SUSS launches intercontinental alliance of healthcare providers initiative

Initiatives will be grounded in five strategic themes including continuity of care.

Singapore urged to order 5-minute minimum for telemedicine calls

A local clinic’s license will be revoked after being probed for short teleconsultations.

Singapore’s ageing population boosts demand for senior healthcare innovations

Experts highlight AI and robotics as key drivers in transforming aged care.

IHH Healthcare’s YTD 2024 earnings drop 13% YoY

Excluding exceptional items, earnings grew by 35%. 

Singapore and Saudi Arabia sign MoU on health cooperation

It outlines areas such as education and training, primary healthcare, and promotion policies.

SingHealth names new CEO for Eastern General Hospital

Gan Wee Hoe’s appointment will be concurrent with his position as SCH’s CEO.

CGH introduces integrated, multi-disciplinary service for lymphoedema

It focuses on early diagnosis, continual monitoring, and personalised care.

Thomson Medical partners with Adyen for integrated payments

The healthcare group’s patients can pay using their preferred modes and currencies.

NSC, Sanofi, and A*STAR partner to advance acne treatment research

The collaboration includes a phase 1 clinical study to start in the second quarter of 2025.

Loo Choon Yong acquires 1M more shares from Raffles Medical

This increased his direct interest in the company to 13.37%.

Healthcare collaborations to enhance diabetes mgmt in Singapore

The country is facing a growing burden of diabetes due to an ageing population and obesity.

ResMed partners EDB to expand Singapore operations

The company will increase its production capacity and advance its technology in Singapore.