Amid rising costs and economic pressures, Southeast Asian countries face tough choices on universal healthcare. Experts warn that sustaining current models may no longer be feasible, signaling a potential shift …
Tuberculosis cases among children have surged across Europe and Central Asia, raising alarm among health authorities. Experts warn this increase threatens regional efforts to control the deadly infectious disease.
Stanford University highlights Taiwan’s strategic push toward modernization, emphasizing innovation and resilience as the island navigates evolving global dynamics and strengthens its role in the tech-driven economy.
Calls are mounting in Japan for enhanced suicide prevention measures targeting schoolchildren, as rising youth suicide rates prompt urgent calls for improved mental health support and early intervention programs.
Medtec Southeast Asia 2025, the region’s premier medical device design and manufacturing exhibition, debuts in Malaysia, spotlighting innovation and industry collaboration across Southeast Asia.
The Asian Development Bank has launched a regional network to accelerate universal health coverage across Asia and the Pacific, aiming to improve healthcare access and strengthen health systems in the …
UC Berkeley School of Public Health and J.P. Morgan partner to host healthcare’s largest conference in Asia, spotlighting innovation and collaboration across the region’s healthcare sector.
Amid rising climate risks in Eastern Europe and Central Asia, safeguarding sexual and reproductive health and rights becomes critical. Relief efforts focus on integrating these needs into climate resilience strategies.
Swiss insurer RICO forecasts Asia’s security gap to soar to $390 billion, highlighting rising vulnerabilities and urgent need for enhanced risk coverage across the region, Insurance Khabar reports.
Asia Healthcare Holdings has appointed Arvind Sivaramakrishnan as its new Chief Technology Officer. Sivaramakrishnan will lead the company’s tech innovation and digital transformation efforts.
The Guardian reports on the impact of Trump’s foreign aid freeze on Southeast Asia, highlighting risks to demining efforts and democratic development amid rising regional tensions and humanitarian challenges.
Asia’s healthcare assets face risk of overvaluation as private investors aggressively acquire stakes, driving prices up. Experts warn this surge may inflate market bubbles amid rising demand, according to businesstimesintl.com.
Bain & Company projects a robust growth outlook for the Asia-Pacific region, driven by strong consumer demand, digital innovation, and expanding trade partnerships. The report highlights resilience amid global uncertainties.
The CDC’s East Asia/Pacific Regional Office strengthens disease prevention and response across the region, delivering vital public health support and advancing collaborative efforts amid emerging health challenges.
Central Asian nations rank among the lowest in the latest Global Mental Health Index, highlighting urgent challenges in access to care and stigma. Experts call for increased investment and regional …
A new study published in Scientific Reports highlights rising occupational burnout among healthcare workers in Central Asia during the COVID-19 pandemic, urging urgent mental health support to address this critical …
McKinsey & Company reveals how Southeast Asia’s unique blend of cultural agility and digital innovation is fueling organizational success, offering a blueprint for businesses aiming to thrive in a rapidly …
Stanford University highlights Asia’s critical role in planetary health, emphasizing the region’s environmental challenges and innovations. Asia’s actions are pivotal for global sustainability and climate resilience.
A new Nature study reveals rising colorectal cancer rates in Asia, highlighting strong links to socioeconomic factors. Experts warn cases may surge by 2040, urging urgent public health action across …
A new BioMed Central study highlights how strengthening nursing and midwifery can boost health system resilience in Central Asia, offering vital evidence to guide impactful policy reforms.