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When Susan Tam's cancer medication caused unbearable midnight itching, a simple text through a Hong Kong app connected her to nurses who saved her skin. Now 76,000 patients use SUPPORT+ to get reliable cancer care advice without leaving home.
Nigeria's digital health sector exploded during the pandemic, adding 65 new startups in just five years. That's more than half of all the health tech companies launched in the previous 15 years combined.
A new AI platform turns everyday smartwatches into powerful heart monitors for millions of Americans living with heart failure. The FDA just gave it breakthrough status, potentially preventing countless emergency room visits.
Taiwan is calling on Malaysia's healthcare and tech sectors to help shape the future of digital health through a global competition offering $30,000 prizes. The campaign aims to connect innovators across borders to build smart healthcare systems that can scale worldwide.
South Korea just signed health agreements with Ukraine, Indonesia, and the Philippines to expand medical AI and digital health. The partnerships will share cutting-edge technology and train healthcare workers where they're needed most. #
A new accelerator is giving African health tech startups the mentorship, funding connections, and expert support they need to scale solutions across the continent. Applications are now open for the Africa HealthTech ExCon Accelerator 2026.
A health-tech company serving over 12,000 pharmacies across Africa and the Middle East just secured $12 million to expand its AI-powered platform that's transforming how hospitals and pharmacies get medical supplies. Aumet has already processed five million transactions worth over $1 billion, and now it's bringing its system to public hospitals across Jordan.
A UK pilot program helped Black and ethnically minoritized mothers access mental health care in just one day, with 90% completing treatment and 74% recovering. The results far exceeded national averages by combining community trust with culturally aware digital support.
Andhra Pradesh has digitized 281 government hospitals and issued 70% of India's 291 million electronic prescriptions, making healthcare records accessible nationwide. The state's eHospital system now connects patients, doctors, and hospitals on a single platform under India's Digital India initiative.
A groundbreaking digital therapy program helped Black and ethnic minority mothers recover from perinatal mental health challenges at rates far higher than national averages. By combining community trust with fast access to culturally aware care, the pilot proved that designing services around real barriers can transform outcomes.
Hong Kong and Finland are joining forces to advance life and health technology research, combining Finland's digital health expertise with Hong Kong's world-class medical research capabilities. The collaboration opens new pathways for breakthrough treatments and medical innovations that could benefit millions across Asia and beyond.
Kenya and Saudi Arabia are joining forces to transform healthcare across East Africa, with plans for vaccine manufacturing, cancer treatment centers, and digital health systems. The partnership marks a major step toward affordable, accessible healthcare for millions.
A new digital platform in Nigeria is solving a deadly problem: people dying in emergencies because bystanders can't find help fast enough. Vivo Health connects patients to ambulances, hospitals, pharmacies, and doctors with one tap.
Your fitness tracker is becoming your first stop for healthcare. Whoop is launching in-app video consultations with real doctors who can see months of your health data before you even say hello.
The United Arab Emirates is transforming healthcare with artificial intelligence, genomics, and digital platforms that make care faster and more personal. On UAE Medical Day, the nation celebrated both its medical heroes and its bold push toward innovation-driven health systems.
Fitness wearable company Whoop is launching on-demand video consultations with licensed clinicians directly through its app for U.S. users. The new health feature combines biometric data with real medical guidance, making wellness support more accessible than ever.
India and Japan are joining forces to build smarter, more accessible healthcare systems through digital innovation and research collaboration. The partnership aims to tackle shared health challenges while making care more affordable and effective for millions.
A Singapore preschool health program used tele-dentistry to help low-income families get their kids dental care, and follow-through jumped from 13% to 58%. The secret wasn't just technology but combining it with personal support from teachers and health workers who know each family.
A digital health company just made it dramatically easier for medical researchers to find the right patients for clinical trials, potentially speeding up the arrival of new treatments. Real-world health data from 95 million patients is now helping researchers avoid the delays that have plagued medical studies for decades.
A groundbreaking digital care program in Ireland is helping cancer survivors manage ongoing symptoms and reclaim their lives after treatment. The Lysa trial showed women receiving virtual nurse and dietetic support experienced significantly better quality of life than those with standard care alone.
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