17-Aug-15 The healthcare system in Australia's state of Victoria is set to undergo a major revamp, in an attempt to reduce unnecessary hospital visits and manage chronic illness more effectively. Health Minister Jill Hennessy announced the new Better Care Victoria, a program expected to revolutionise the system. [image: Herald Sun]

13-Aug-15 With a view to further expanding its pan-Asia presence, Singapore's Fullerton Healthcare recently inked a deal to acquire a majority stake in HMMP Limited, a medical network based in Hong Kong. The acquisition will help Fullerton in its mission to transform healthcare standards across Asia, and make it more accessible and affordable, the company said. [image: Fullerton Healthcare]

13-Aug-15 Singapore based Asian American Medical Group is planning to develop a diagnostic and wellness centre in Zhuhai, China, to leverage on the growth of medical tourism. AAMG’s planned Zhuhai-Singapore Life Science Park will offer health screening, endoscopic and operation services, and multi-disciplinary medical consultations. The company will be fully backed by the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. [image: Proactive Investors Australia]

12-Aug-15 The need for Primary Health Care reform has been highlighted by new statistics that show half of all Australians have at least one chronic disease. Minister for Health Sussan Ley said the new figures backed the Abbott Government’s decision to set up a Primary Health Care Advisory Group. [image: Networking Health Victoria]

12-Aug-15 KPJ Healthcare Bhd, Malaysia's largest listed healthcare group, will spend RM1.5 bn (USD365 mn) to build 10 new hospitals there. The proposed hospitals will add 2,000 beds to the group, bringing the total to 5,000. KPJ currently operates 25 hospitals in Malaysia, two in Indonesia and one in Bangladesh, as well as a 23% stake in Vejthani Hospital in Bangkok. [image: KPJ Healthcare]