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07/05/2026

Asia MD is proud to be a Media Partner for HealthTechX Asia 2026.

Taking place from 6–7 May 2026 at Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore, HealthTechX Asia brings together healthcare providers, innovators, technology partners, startups, investors, and policymakers to explore how digital innovation is reshaping care delivery across Asia.

As healthcare systems across the region embrace AI, automation, interoperability, cybersecurity, virtual care, and data-driven workflows, HealthTechX Asia 2026 provides an important platform for real-world case studies, expert insights, and meaningful industry connections.

Thank you for yet another great event!

05/05/2026

NewsAI adoption is not a technology problem. It is a leadership courage problem.

Companies are spending heavily on AI.

Tools are everywhere.

Pilots are multiplying.

Dashboards are glowing.

Yet productivity gains remain uneven.

Why?

Because many organisations are using AI to make old work faster, instead of redesigning work itself.

That is the uncomfortable truth.

AI does not transform broken workflows.

It exposes them.

As a former hospital CEO, board member, healthcare investor, and now working at the intersection of healthcare, robotics, and autonomous logistics, I have seen this pattern repeatedly.

Read more:
https://asiamd.com/2026/05/05/ai-adoption-is-not-a-technology-problem-it-is-a-leadership-courage-problem/

Companies are spending heavily on AI. Tools are everywhere. Pilots are multiplying. Dashboards are glowing. Yet productivity gains remain uneven. Why?

05/05/2026

Hong Kong Hospital Data Breach: 56,000 Patients Affected

Hong Kong: Hong Kong’s Hospital Authority is facing intense scrutiny after confirming that more than 56,000 patient records were exposed in a large-scale data breach at United Christian Hospital in Kwun Tong. The leaked information included patients’ names, gender, Hong Kong identity card numbers, hospital file numbers, and details of surgical procedures.

https://asiamd.com/2026/04/20/hong-kong-hospital-data-breach-56000-patients-affected/

Hong Kong: Hong Kong’s Hospital Authority is facing intense scrutiny after confirming that more than 56,000 patient records were exposed in a large-scale data breach at United Christian Hospital in Kwun Tong. The leaked information included patients’ names, gender, Hong Kong identity card number...

04/05/2026

Malaysia’s Health Ministry Counters Budget Cuts to Protect Core Medical Services

Despite proposed budget reductions, Malaysia’s Health Minister assures that essential healthcare services including emergency care, treatment, and medicines will remain untouched.

https://asiamd.com/2026/04/30/malaysias-health-ministry-counters-budget-cuts-to-protect-core-medical-services/

Despite proposed budget reductions, Malaysia’s Health Minister assures that essential healthcare services including emergency care, treatment, and medicines will remain untouched. Malaysia: Malaysia’s Finance Ministry recently proposed a RM5.4 billion reduction in operating expenditure across he...

23/04/2026

Free Health Webinar: Managing Chronic Urological Pain
(by Dr Chong Kian Tai 张建泰医生)

Topic synopsis:

Chronic urological pain can persist over many months, affecting both men and women. Its causes might be multi-factorial, including the prostate, bladder, surround soft tissues or nerves.

This talk will highlight potential trigger factors and different ways to manage the discomfort.

Zoom Registration:
https://events.zoom.us/ev/Ao9YXCDh8bfT5plE1WRuHua1Mxp3aqtvu50vlbQTOfuZV0WjfqJl~Au1zDwPUdX0B0MgkBy-aCaNG78Z5cNHYXl4Gm-V478YfNiiay7lc62Q0Fg

22/04/2026

News Spotlight: World Ageing Asia 2026

Asia’s most influential ageing industry event returned to Singapore with a bold vision: to reframe longevity as both a regional priority and a global opportunity.

Organised by Ageing Asia in partnership with Singapore Management University (SMU), the festival brought together policymakers, industry leaders, academics, and innovators to chart the future of ageing and the silver economy. K Dass reports.

Read more:
https://asiamd.com/2026/04/22/world-ageing-festival-2026-embracing-longevity-shaping-the-future/

Asia’s most influential ageing industry event returned to Singapore with a bold vision: to reframe longevity as both a regional priority and a global opportunity. Organised by Ageing Asia in partnership with Singapore Management University (SMU), the festival brought together policymakers, industr...

20/04/2026

The Silent Revolution in Colorectal Cancer Care

Colorectal cancer, once a silent killer claiming nearly a million lives annually, is now at the centre of a global medical revolution. With cutting-edge screening technologies, breakthrough therapies, and rising public awareness, survival rates are improving and stigma is fading.

This is the story of how science, advocacy, and patient voices are changing the trajectory of one of the world’s deadliest cancers. K Dass reports.

Read more:
https://asiamd.com/2026/04/08/the-silent-revolution-in-colorectal-cancer-care/

Colorectal cancer, once a silent killer claiming nearly a million lives annually, is now at the centre of a global medical revolution. With cutting-edge screening technologies, breakthrough therapies, and rising public awareness, survival rates are improving and stigma is fading. This is the story o...

17/04/2026

Welcome to Episode 6 of our Myth or Fact: Urology Series!

In this episode, we tackle these questions that we may ponder:

1️⃣ Are you at risk of prostate cancer?
2️⃣ Prostate cancer is slow growing

Join us as we explore the facts behind these myth or fact questions. With expert insights and science-backed answers, we’re here to help you understand your body better.

👉 Hit subscribe to follow the series and stay informed about your health

📌 Share this with someone who could use a dose of clarity and confidence

💬 Got questions? Drop them in the comments—we might feature them in the next episode!

Welcome to Episode 6 of our Myth or Fact: Urology Series!In this episode, we tackle these questions that we may ponder:1️⃣ Are you at risk of prostate cancer...

17/04/2026

Welcome to Episode 6 of our Myth or Fact: Orthopaedic Series!

In this episode, we tackle these questions that we may ponder:
1️⃣ Does running damage your knees?
2️⃣ I don't need to see a doctor for a sprained ankle

Join us as we explore the facts behind these myth or fact questions. With expert insights and science-backed answers, we’re here to help you understand your body better.

👉 Hit subscribe to follow the series and stay informed about your health

📌 Share this with someone who could use a dose of clarity and confidence

💬 Got questions? Drop them in the comments—we might feature them in the next episode!

Myth or Fact: Does Running Damage Your Knees? | Orthopaedic Series Ep.6

17/04/2026

Myth or Fact: Are IUDs dangerous? | Gynaecology & Obstetrics Series Ep.6

In this episode, we tackle these questions that we may ponder:
1️⃣ Are IUDs dangerous?
2️⃣ Is douching important for good hygiene?
3️⃣ If you have HPV, you will get cervical cancer

Join us as we explore the facts behind these myth or fact questions. With expert insights and science-backed answers, we’re here to help you understand your body better.

👉 Hit subscribe to follow the series and stay informed about your health
📌 Share this with someone who could use a dose of clarity and confidence
💬 Got questions? Drop them in the comments—we might feature them in the next episode!

Myth or Fact: Are IUDs Dangerous? | O&G Series Ep.6

17/04/2026

News Spotlight: Printing Organs

The global shortage of donor organs has left millions waiting for lifesaving transplants. But in research labs from Boston to Beijing, scientists are using 3D bio-printing to create living tissues with bio-inks made of human cells.

These innovations once where science fiction are now producing skin grafts, cartilage, and even experimental heart tissue, offering hope that one day, organ waiting lists could disappear. K Dass discovers that printed organs are functionable.

Read more:
https://asiamd.com/2026/04/01/printing-organs/

The global shortage of donor organs has left millions waiting for lifesaving transplants. But in research labs from Boston to Beijing, scientists are using 3D bio-printing to create living tissues with bio-inks made of human cells. These innovations once where science fiction are now producing skin....