11-May-17 China's government will spend RMB1.4 tn (USD203 bn) on medical and health care in 2017, to support the country’s medical reforms. The spending will constitute 7.2% of total government spending, up from 5% in 2008 when reforms began. [image: China Medical News]

10-May-17 Chinese company iCarbonX is developing an AI-based app providing medical advice based on a customer’s DNA, health habits and environment. The company has raised USD600 mn and plans to build a database of DNA from over one million people. [image: Nature]

09-May-17 Overseas healthcare companies are building new clinics and hospitals in the UK to cater to increased overseas patients from China and the Middle East, including the Cleveland Clinic opening a 205-bed hospital near to Buckingham Palace. [image: IMTJ]

09-May-17 Raffles Medical is developing two international tertiary hospitals in China. The new 700-bed hospital in Chongqing and the soon to be completed 400-bed capacity Raffles Hospital Shanghai are expected to start operations at the end of 2018. [image: Raffles Medical Groiup]

08-May-17 Airlines are fueling medical tourism with discounts for passengers travelling for health purposes. ANA is targeting Chinese seeking healthcare in Japan, Turkish Airlines has offered flights at half price, while Malaysia Airlines is marketing Malaysia as a healthcare destination. [image: APEX]