Healthcare
NTU LKC Medicine’s new network embeds patient insights into med research
NTU LKC Medicine’s new network embeds patient insights into med research
The network currently includes 40 patient partners from different backgrounds.
Meta Health secures 55% stake in Jas Medical Screening Centre
The sale was completed on November 18.
Woodlands Health, SUSS to develop certification in human factors
The programme is expected to roll out in July 2025.
National Heart Centre Singapore launches Centre for Advanced Metabolic Imaging
The CAMI will focus on analysing fat distribution patterns unique to Asian populations.
A*STAR IDL and Institut Pasteur team up to combat tropical infectious diseases
The partnership will focus on three key areas.
Econ Healthcare profit soars 96.3% YoY in H1
Interim dividend stood at 0.48 cents per ordinary share.
Hyphens Pharma's Q3 net profit falls to $2m
Meanwhile, revenue rose thanks to stronger sales in Singapore and Malaysia.
MSE proposes new bill to safeguard food security
It aims to consolidate and update existing food-related legislation.
Cordlife Group directors waive fees for FY2024 amidst shareholder inquiries
The move comes after shareholder inquiries ahead of an extraordinary general meeting.
SG to mandate all private hospitals to share patient data with NEHR
Patients can opt out of having their essential medical data shared.
Six in 10 S’poreans at higher risk for developing diabetes complications
90% identified food as the most impactful factor on glucose levels.
Livingstone Health forecasts H1 2025 profit on revenue growth
In H1 2024, the company recorded a $3m loss.
AstraZeneca’s new cancer drug manufacturing facility to create 800 jobs in Singapore
The facility is set to be operational by 2029.
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.
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