Category: Health Tech

GHHS Healthcare Launches Malaysia’s First Healthcare Utility Token

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Malaysia’s healthcare sector is embracing digital innovation with the launch of GHHS Token, the country’s first healthcare utility token. Developed by GHHS Healthcare, this initiative aims to enhance accessibility, affordability, and efficiency in healthcare services through blockchain technology. What is the GHHS Token? The GHHS Token is a blockchain-based digital asset designed for use within the GHHS Healthcare ecosystem. It allows users to make payments for medical services, wellness treatments, and healthcare products securely and efficiently. By leveraging blockchain technology, the token provides transparency, security, and seamless transactions, reducing reliance…

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Malaysia’s First AI-Driven Gut Health Testing Service Launched

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Malaysia has taken a significant step in personalized wellness with the introduction of SpaceGut, the country’s first AI-powered gut health testing service. Developed to offer data-driven, personalized dietary and lifestyle recommendations, this innovation aims to enhance digestive health and overall well-being. How SpaceGut Works The AI-driven service utilizes microbiome analysis to assess gut health through a simple stool sample. The collected data is then analyzed using advanced machine learning algorithms, providing users with actionable insights into their digestive system. The goal is to offer tailored recommendations on nutrition, probiotics, and…

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HSISCare App: Enhancing Patient Experience at Sultan Idris Shah Hospital

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Sultan Idris Shah Hospital (HSIS) in Serdang has introduced the HSISCare mobile application, aiming to improve patient convenience and hospital efficiency. The app enables patients to manage appointments, check in remotely, and access personal health records, reducing wait times and streamlining hospital visits. A Step Forward in Digital Healthcare The HSISCare app is designed to address common challenges in hospital visits, such as long registration queues and manual appointment scheduling. With its online check-in function, patients within a 500-meter radius of the hospital can register remotely and proceed directly to…

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KPJ Damansara Specialist Hospital Partners with Motherhood.com.my to Enhance Maternal Health Resources

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KPJ Damansara Specialist Hospital (KPJ DSH) has joined forces with Motherhood.com.my to improve access to credible parenting and maternal health resources for Malaysian families. This collaboration aims to bridge the gap between professional healthcare knowledge and everyday parenting needs by offering expert insights and practical solutions in an easily accessible format. Enhancing Maternal Health Education With a growing demand for reliable healthcare information, this partnership focuses on providing verified content, interactive video series, educational webinars, and a streamlined doctor search tool to empower parents with essential knowledge and support throughout…

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Innovative ‘Tooth-in-Eye’ Surgery Offers Hope to Blind Canadians

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In a groundbreaking medical advancement, Canadian surgeons have successfully performed the country’s first osteo-odonto-keratoprosthesis (OOKP) procedures, commonly known as ‘tooth-in-eye’ surgeries. This rare technique utilizes a patient’s tooth to restore vision in cases where traditional corneal transplants are not viable. Understanding the OOKP Procedure The OOKP surgery is a two-stage process: Pioneering Cases in Canada Two British Columbia residents have recently undergone this transformative surgery: The Surgeon’s Perspective Dr. Greg Moloney, an ophthalmologist with prior experience in Australia, spearheaded these surgeries at Mount Saint Joseph Hospital in Vancouver. He envisions…

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KPJ Healthcare Introduces Melati: Malaysia’s First AI-Powered Medical History-Taking Platform

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The future of healthcare in Malaysia just got smarter. KPJ Healthcare Berhad has launched Melati, an AI-powered medical history-taking platform in collaboration with Angsana Health Sdn. Bhd. This cutting-edge technology aims to streamline patient consultations, improve diagnostic accuracy, and reduce waiting times—ushering in a new era of AI-driven healthcare in the country. What is Melati and How Does It Work? Melati is designed to assist doctors by gathering and analyzing patients’ medical histories before consultations. The AI-driven system asks relevant questions, collects patient responses, and summarizes key health details, ensuring…

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Malaysia’s First Pineapple Enzyme Toothpaste: A Natural Solution for Kids’ Oral Health

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A groundbreaking innovation in children’s oral care has emerged from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), where researchers have developed a toothpaste using bromelain, an enzyme extracted from pineapples. This fluoride-free formula offers a natural and effective way to maintain dental hygiene, especially for young children who may accidentally swallow toothpaste. A Safer Alternative to Fluoride Toothpaste The new formulation, spearheaded by Associate Professor Dr. Roshanida and her team, replaces conventional fluoride with bromelain, known for its anti-inflammatory and plaque-removing properties. Unlike traditional toothpaste, which can pose health risks when ingested in…

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Yakin Medic’s RM100M IPO: A Breakthrough for Stem Cell Therapy in Malaysia?

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Malaysia’s stem cell therapy industry is getting a major boost. Yakin Medic Sdn Bhd, a key player in regenerative medicine, has announced plans to go public on the Singapore Exchange (SGX) Catalist Board in late 2025 or early 2026. The company aims to raise RM100 million, with RM70 million dedicated to developing a new stem cell manufacturing facility in Cyberjaya. (Business Today) What This Means for Patients & Healthcare Yakin Medic’s expansion isn’t just about business—it could transform healthcare access and medical tourism in Malaysia. ✅ More Access to Stem…

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Airdoc: Revolutionizing Healthcare with AI-Driven Medical Diagnostics

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In the realm of modern healthcare, artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping how diseases are diagnosed and treated. Among the trailblazers in this field is Airdoc, a Chinese-based company founded in 2015 with a vision to harness AI for early detection, diagnosis, and health risk assessment using retinal imaging technology. The Founding Vision Airdoc was established by Ray Zhang, a visionary entrepreneur with a mission to democratize healthcare by making preventive diagnostics accessible and affordable worldwide. Zhang recognized the untapped potential of AI in analyzing retinal images, which can provide…

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