21-May-15 The 11th Malaysia Plan (2016-2020) has an ambitious target of a 1:400 doctor to population ratio by 2020. The plan will also see the ratio of hospital beds reach 2.3 per 1,000, enabling more people to have access to quality healthcare, either in public or private facilities. [image: Free Malaysia Today]

20-May-15 Cambodia’s first mobile health platform designed for those at risk of HIV has been launched by USAID and the Cambodian government. The multi-channel mHealth platform features a mobile phone interactive voice response system, interactive web sites and Facebook pages. [image: Cambodia US Embassy]

20-May-15 Korean medical equipment makers have been increasing their exports, though growth has slowed due to exchange rates. Samsung Medison sold USD260 million in 2014, 14% growth over 2013; Vatech, a dental imaging player, raised its global market share to 10%, ranking fifth; and dental implant maker Ostem is now the largest implant manufacturer in China. [image: Business Korea]

19-May-15 Private hospital operators in Thailand have urged the government to review price control measures amid complaints by patients about over-charging. The Department of Health Service Support met 30 private hospital representatives to find solutions after civic groups complained that patients were being overcharged for services and medicines. [image: Post Today / Bangkok Post]

18-May-15 Hong Kong's government is supporting a variety of capital works projects to help meet long-term healthcare needs. Capital expenditure for the projects under construction is estimated at over HKD80 billion, contributing to an increase of up to 2,800 beds. [image: News Gov HK]