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Updated guidelines strengthen care standards for transfusion-dependent thalassaemia

13 February 2025 in E-News, haematology /by panglobal

The Thalassaemia International Federation (TIF) has published the fifth edition of its guidelines for managing transfusion-dependent β-thalassaemia (TDT), incorporating the latest scientific developments and clinical practices. The updated resource, launched at the 50th Arab Health Medical Expo in Dubai, provides healthcare professionals with evidence-based recommendations for treating this severe genetic haematological condition.

Low-cost laparoscope brings minimally invasive surgery to developing nations

12 February 2025 in E-News, laparoscopy, Surgery, Sustainability /by panglobal

Scientists have developed an innovative low-cost laparoscope that could dramatically increase access to minimally invasive surgery in developing nations. The device, called KeyScope, delivers comparable imaging performance to standard hospital systems but costs just $1,000 compared to over $130,000 for conventional equipment.

IV iron in early pregnancy proves safe and effective for anaemia treatment

11 February 2025 in E-News, Obs Gyn, Research, Women's Health /by panglobal

A landmark clinical trial conducted across multiple sites in India has demonstrated that administering intravenous iron during early second trimester pregnancy is both safe and effective for treating iron deficiency anaemia, potentially changing current treatment protocols globally.

Early-onset type 2 diabetes surges among Chinese youth

10 February 2025 in Diabetes, E-News, Epidemiology, Research /by panglobal

A comprehensive analysis of early-onset type 2 diabetes (T2D) in China reveals the age-standardised incidence rate has more than doubled between 1990 and 2021, highlighting an urgent public health challenge. The study, published in Health Data Science in December 2024, found particularly concerning trends among adolescents and young males.

Analysis from Siemens Financial Services reveals unprecedented healthcare cost surge

7 February 2025 in E-News, Sustainability /by panglobal

Healthcare delivery costs are rising at an unprecedented rate across major economies, significantly outpacing both GDP growth and inflation, according to comprehensive new research from Siemens Financial Services (SFS). The analysis reveals a widening sustainability gap that threatens the fundamental viability of healthcare systems worldwide.

Breath diagnostics firm Owlstone secures £22m funding boost

6 February 2025 in Diagnostic tests, E-News /by panglobal

Diagnostic technology company Owlstone Medical has raised $27 million (£22m) in Series E financing to advance its breath-based testing platform for early disease detection, with particular focus on lung cancer, liver disease, and digestive disorders.

Intuitive Surgical, maker of Da Vinci surgical robots, expands European footprint with strategic distributor acquisition

5 February 2025 in E-News, Surgery /by panglobal

Robotic surgery pioneer Intuitive Surgical is set to strengthen its European presence through the acquisition of key distribution businesses across Southern Europe, marking a significant development in the medical technology sector’s regional consolidation.

Fujifilm Irvine Scientific divests medical media unit to focus on life sciences growth

3 February 2025 in E-News /by panglobal

Private equity firm Astorg acquires FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific’s Medical Media Business Unit in a strategic move that reshapes the assisted reproductive technology sector.

48th World Hospital Congress opens abstract submissions for 2025

2 February 2025 in E-News, Events /by panglobal

The International Hospital Federation has launched its call for abstracts for the 48th World Hospital Congress, scheduled for November 2025 in Geneva. The scientific programme will address critical challenges in healthcare delivery across five thematic tracks, from leadership imperatives to artificial intelligence implementation.

Navigating the increasing complexity of pancreatic disease: insights from a PENTAX Medical expert

29 January 2025 in Featured Articles /by panglobal

Pancreatic cancer poses a growing challenge in healthcare, defying the trend of declining cancer mortality rates. As the only cancer with increasing incidence rates across both genders, pancreatic cancer has risen to become the third leading cause of cancer-related death in Europe .

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Updated guidelines strengthen care standards for transfusion-dependent thalassaemia

Low-cost laparoscope brings minimally invasive surgery to developing nations

IV iron in early pregnancy proves safe and effective for anaemia treatment

Early-onset type 2 diabetes surges among Chinese youth

Analysis from Siemens Financial Services reveals unprecedented healthcare cost surge

Breath diagnostics firm Owlstone secures £22m funding boost

Intuitive Surgical, maker of Da Vinci surgical robots, expands European footprint with strategic distributor acquisition

Fujifilm Irvine Scientific divests medical media unit to focus on life sciences growth

48th World Hospital Congress opens abstract submissions for 2025

Navigating the increasing complexity of pancreatic disease: insights from a PENTAX Medical expert

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