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19-Nov-17 Singapore's reputation as a high-end destination for medical tourists is under threat from Malaysia, where the quality of care is rising and costs are falling. But Singapore is making efforts to regain its status. [image: The Straits Times]
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19-Nov-17 Researchers from the National University of Singapore's Engineering department have developed a novel microfibre sensor for real-time healthcare monitoring and diagnosis. The sensor can be woven into a glove to monitor heart rate and blood pressure. [image: NUS / OpenGov]
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15-Nov-17 Fortis Healthcare board has approved the proposed acquisition of Singapore based RHT Health Trust for INR4,650 crore (USD720 mn), as part of an effort to consolidate the Indian asset portfolio of clinical establishments and two hospitals into Fortis. [image: ET Healthworld]
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09-Nov-17 Singapore will introduce a bill mandating all healthcare providers contribute to the national electronic health record system. The system was developed to create a central database from which clinical summary records could be stored and shared. [image: Ariffin Jamar / The Straits Times]
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07-Nov-17 Insurance firms in Singapore must take advantage of digital technology, and there is significant scope for health insurers to venture beyond just paying for medical claims, into preventive care and encouraging healthier lifestyles, said Deputy PM Tharman Shanmugaratnam. [image: Reuters]
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