Healthcare
Raffles Medical Group’s net profit rises 4.8% to $32.1m in H1
Raffles Medical Group’s net profit rises 4.8% to $32.1m in H1
Revenue grew 3.5% YoY to $378.4m.
NTFGH launches population allergy database for allergic rhinitis
Project ENTenna will track up to 6,000 patients from 2024 to 2026.
Singapore researchers develop AI tool for liver cancer recurrence
The TIMES system predicts risk with 82% accuracy.
Singapore launches online tool for advance care planning
It guides users through documenting their care preferences for end-of-life situations.
New protocol combines Western and TCM practices for hypertension
The initiative was launched by Parkway Shenton and Eu Yan San TCM Clinic.
Tripartite MoU signed to expand RAS accessibility in Singapore
One key focus area is research into tele-surgical education and training.
PropNex inks partnerships on sustainability, healthcare
Under the MoU with Vantage Automotive, both organisations will promote green mobility.
Only 4 in 10 of Singapore’s wealthy feel ready for health costs
Whilst 94% of respondents said that health is more important than anything else, just 44% believe they will remain healthy and active in retirement.
Cordlife offers enhanced compensation package to affected customers after tank incident
Affected customers will now get free cord blood storage until their child turns 26.
NHG Health, ST Engineering sign five-year deal to develop smart systems
The deal aims to further enhance patient care and optimise health service delivery.
MOH to test 18 traditional Chinese medicine treatments in public hospitals
The trial will run for one to two years.
Q&M Dental prices $130m notes due 2028 at 3.95%
Proceeds will go toward acquisitions, investments, and business needs.
Singapore adds special care dentistry as eighth dental speciality
The speciality focuses on treating adults with complex needs.
MOH plans new not-for-profit private hospital
It aims to address soaring healthcare costs.
CCCS OKs Tamarind Health's TalkMed Group acquisition
The parties overlap on the provision of private medical oncology services in Singapore.
Alcon opens expanded Tuas plant with $600m global investment
It features advanced automation, smart manufacturing systems, and Industry 4.0 capabilities.
Singapore pledges $1.27m to global vaccine alliance
This follows previous support, including a $6.4m (US$5m) donation in 2020.
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