Healthcare

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. 

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.