03-May-17 On the island of Hainan, officials and companies are investing billions to transform a string of villages into a medical tourism destination. Businesses have already committed USD3.3 bn for 27 projects ranging from hospitals to plastic surgery clinics. [image: Skift]

28-Apr-17 Digital China Holdings, China's largest IT service provider, has announced the establishment of China Healthcare Big Data Development Co Ltd. The new company will promote the "Interconnection, Open Sharing" of Big Data in healthcare. [image: Digital China Holdings]

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26-Apr-17 Despite India's online pharmacy market regulatory hurdles and startups like Zigy shutting down, some investors are backing select ventures as they look to disrupt the pharma retailing industry. Bengaluru-based Myra has roped in Matrix Partners and Times Internet as investors, putting in around USD7-8 mn. Myra is planning to enter Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderbad and Pune. [image: Myra]

20-Apr-17 As China develops, it struggles to deal with wrenching healthcare challenges. It produces few breakthrough innovations in medicine and healthcare technology. New investments and policy reforms, however, could transform China into one of the top R&D hubs. The Chinese government recently enacted new programs to stimulate entrepreneurship, bolster domestic research institutions, and promote innovative approaches to upgrading the healthcare system. [image: Techonomy / Shutterstock]