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China Expands Public Health Program; Adds COPD to Raise Awareness, Diagnosis

November 21, 2024
China Expands Public Health Program; Adds COPD to Raise Awareness, Diagnosis

China has added chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) to its basic public health service program, a move that is expected to raise awareness and improve treatment capabilities at the grassroots level. COPD, a chronic condition that impairs airflow and breathing, […]

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Study cracks new insights into ovarian cancer’s immune evasion

November 5, 2024
Study cracks new insights into ovarian cancer's immune evasion

Researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine have identified a novel mechanism by which ovarian tumors hinder the immune system’s T cells, blocking their energy supply and limiting their effectiveness against cancer. This discovery, published in Nature, highlights a potential new immunotherapy […]

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TekniPlex Healthcare launches first biobased medical-grade PVC compounds

November 4, 2024
TekniPlex Healthcare launches first biobased medical-grade PVC compounds

TekniPlex Healthcare has pioneered the development of bio-based, medical-grade PVC compounds, offering the healthcare industry a sustainable alternative without compromising on performance. As the first company to introduce bio-based compounds for medical plastics that match the properties of conventional polyvinyl […]

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PH Senators Call for PhilHealth Funds to Remain in Health System Amid SC’s TRO

October 31, 2024
PH Senators Call for PhilHealth Funds to Remain in Health System Amid SC's TRO

In a decisive move to protect the health care system’s resources, Philippine senators have voiced strong support for a Supreme Court (SC) decision that temporarily halts the transfer of excess Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) funds to the National Treasury. […]

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Japan, SoKor, and US unite to boost BARMM healthcare with investment

October 25, 2024
Japan, SoKor, and US unite to boost BARMM healthcare with investment

Japan, South Korea, and the US have committed Php1.6 billion (US$29 million) over five years to improve health outcomes and advance Universal Health Care in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), Philippines. Through a Memorandum of Cooperation signed […]

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Agilent and NUS Launch Center of Excellence in Cell Metabolism to Improve Population Health

October 9, 2024
Agilent and NUS Launch Center of Excellence in Cell Metabolism to Improve Population Health

Agilent Technologies has announced a new strategic partnership with the National University of Singapore (NUS), acting through the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine (NUS Medicine), to establish the NUS-Agilent Center of Excellence (CoE) in Cell Metabolism. This scientific collaboration […]

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Electro-Acupuncture Shows Promise in Obesity Management, Study Finds

October 9, 2024

A collaborative study by researchers from Nanyang Technological University Singapore (NTU Singapore) and Hong Kong University (HKU) has unveiled promising evidence that electro-acupuncture, a variant of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), could aid in managing obesity. Electro-acupuncture involves inserting needles into […]

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Japan Considers Elderly Medical Cost Hile by 2028 to Address Aging Population

September 16, 2024
Japan Considers Elderly Medical Cost Hile by 2028 to Address Aging Population

The Japanese government is evaluating the expansion of the pool of elderly people required to cover 30% of their medical expenses, as part of new measures adopted Friday to address the country’s aging population. Under the current public health insurance […]

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Hepatitis Awareness in Malaysia: A Quick Guide to Prevention and Management

September 13, 2024
Dr Chua Siew Houy, general physician and rheumatologist at IMU University

Resource Person: Dr Chua Siew Houy, general physician and rheumatologist at IMU University. Many people do not realise that the hepatitis virus can cause chronic liver disease and even lead to liver cancer. When it comes to one’s health and […]

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Medical Fair Asia 2024: Join Us for Day 2 of Asia’s Premier Medical Expo!

September 12, 2024
Medical Fair Asia 2024: Join Us for Day 2 of Asia’s Premier Medical Expo!

The 15th edition of Medical Fair Asia (MFA) and 6th edition of Medical Manufacturing Asia (MMA), the region’s premier specialist trade fairs for the medical, healthcare, and medical technology (MedTech) sectors, is still ongoing! Rated #1 must-attend medical and healthcare […]

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8-11 May
Vietnam Medi-Pharm
MITEC, KL
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21-22 May
HealthTechX Asia
Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore
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5-7 June
Medical Taiwan
Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Taipei, Taiwan
www.medicaltaiwan.com.tw


9-11 June
APHM International Healthcare Conference & Exhibition
KL Convention Centere, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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12-14 June
International Health Industry Expo
China
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24-26 June
CPhI China
SNIEC, Shanghai, China
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25-26 June
Health Facilities Asia
Singapore
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25-27 June
Japan Health
INTEX Osaka, Japan
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26-27 June
OSH India South
Chennai Trade Center, Bangalore
www.oshindia.com


9-11 July
Medical Device Development (MEDIX) – Osaka
Makuhari Messe, Japan
www.manufacturing-world.jp


14-16 July
Lab Asia
Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC), Malaysia
www.lab-asia.com


16-18 July
Medlab Asia | Asia Health
Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre, Kuala Lumpur
www.medlabasia.com


13-15 August
Philippines Medical
SMX Convention Center Manila Philippines
www.philmedical.com


21-23 August
REHACARE China
Suzhou, China
www.rehacare-c.com


21-23 August
Medical Fair China
Suzhou, China
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3-5 September
Bio Asia Pacific
BITEC, Bangkok
www.bioasiapacific.com


9-12 September
China Dental Show
National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai)
www.chinadentalshow.com


10-11 September
Hospital Management Asia
Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
www.hospitalmanagementasia.com


10-12 September
Medical Fair Thailand
BITEC, Bangkok
www.medicalfair-thailand.com


10-12 September
Malaysia Pharma and Healthcare Expo
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
www.mphcexpo.com


11-13 September
Bio Asia Pacific
BITEC, Bangkok
www.bioasiapacific.com


24-26 September
Medtec China
Shanghai, China
www.en.medtecchina.com


9-11 October
Medical Japan Tokyo
Makuhari Messe, Japan
www.medical-jpn.jp


17-19 October
Health Asia
BITEC, Bangkok
www.health-asia.com


17-19 October
Health Asia
BITEC, Bangkok
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7-8 November
Eldercare Exhibition and Conference Asia (ELDEX Asia)
Suntex Singapore Exhibition and Convention Centre
www.eldexasia.com


10-12 November
Saudi International Pharma Expo
Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center
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10-12 November
Saudi International MedLab Expo
Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center
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27-29 November
International Wellness Expo (IWE 2025)
METIC, Malaysia
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9-12 Febuary
Arab Health
Dubai World Trade Centre
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15-17 April
Lab Indonesia
Jakarta Convention Center, Jakarta, Indonesia
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9-11 September
Medical Fair Asia
Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
www.medicalfair-asia.com


9-11 September
Medical Manufacturing Asia
Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
www.medmanufacturing-asia.com