Global Scans · Health · Weekly Summary

• [New] Healthcare is climbing fastest with a 34.15% CAGR to 2031, propelled by telehealth adoption, electronic health record integration, and personalized medicine protocols. Mordor Intelligence
• [New] A portable tSCS device (SCONE and TESCoN, SpineX Inc., USA, ARC-EX, ONWARD Medical, Netherland) will be used to deliver biphasic 1 ms pulses with 10 kHz carrier frequency at 30 Hz. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] By 2028, AI-supported documentation is expected to be used in more than 70% of healthcare and nursing care facilities. Med Tech Reimbursement Consulting
• [New] Fastest Growing End-Use: The Healthcare end-use segment is the fastest growing category with a projected CAGR above 13% through 2033, driven by expanding adoption in surgical imaging, telemedicine infrastructure, and remote patient monitoring networks globally. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Asia-Pacific is projected to register the fastest CAGR between 2026 and 2033, driven by expanding healthcare infrastructure investment and growing regulatory support across China and India. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Asia Pacific is projected to register the fastest growth between 2026 and 2033, fueled by expanding healthcare infrastructure investment and government-led digital health initiatives across China and India. Persistence Market Research
• [New] The demand for substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors is projected to grow by 18% from 2022 to 2032, which significantly elevates the value of advanced education. Research.com
• [New] The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued repeated safety communications regarding vulnerabilities identified in connected medical devices, highlighting risks of unauthorized access to sensitive patient data and potential device manipulation. Persistence Market Research
• [New] The Swiss longevity clinic offers programmes including Revitalization, Master Detox, Life Reset, Brain Potential and Healthy Weight, all supported by advanced health screening and a medical team of more than 50 specialists. HealingHolidays
• [New] Latin America's opportunity is shaped by urban mobility needs, emerging manufacturing hubs, and modernization of healthcare and industrial assets. ReAnIn
• [New] Technology advancements and changes in the global healthcare sector are causing a fundamental shift in how health services will be provided in the future. FlippingBook
• [New] A United States medical technology company will invest RM308.0 million in Batu Kawan, Penang, to expand production of Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) devices for advanced cardiovascular treatment. Invest Malaysia
• [New] As digital health literacy continues expanding globally, particularly among younger, tech-savvy consumers, e-commerce-driven personalized brain health solutions are expected to unlock substantial new demand through the forecast period. Persistence Market Research
• [New] North America is predicted to dominate with a global share of approximately 34.8% in 2026, as it has the world's most well-established digital healthcare network and a high concentration of behavioral health software vendors. Persistence Market Research
• The healthcare and life sciences segment is projected to register the fastest growth at a CAGR of 38.6% during 2026-2034, supported by growing adoption of digital patient models, medical device simulation, and personalized healthcare solutions. Straits Research
• The US healthcare IT sector is projected to exceed US$ 390 billion by 2030, driven by AI-powered diagnostics, electronic health record consolidation, and precision medicine platforms. Persistence Market Research
• By 2030 there will be an additional 1.5 million premature deaths per year caused by household pollution from burning wood and dung and through a lack of basic sanitation and healthcare. Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration
• In the field of healthcare, BCI has demonstrated significant potential for replacing or restoring functions damaged by neurological conditions, such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, cerebral palsy, stroke, and spinal cord injuries. PubMed Central (PMC)
• China's medical BCI governance is state-led, prioritizing safety; the United States features innovation-driven flexibility; the European Union uses an empowerment model to strictly mitigate risks. PubMed Central (PMC)
• As AI in healthcare becomes part of everyday clinical practice, healthcare professionals in 2026 are expected to develop a new set of practical, non-technical AI skills. Oxford Home Study College
• As we look beyond 2026, AI in medical diagnosis is expected to become more adaptive, personalised, and deeply integrated into everyday care. Oxford Home Study College
• The Association of American Medical Colleges continues to project a physician shortage that could reach as many as 124,000 physicians by 2034. HealthCare Recruiters International
• With the global population over 60 expected to double by 2050, AI-driven preventive health measures could significantly reduce the burden on healthcare systems while improving quality of life. Briefs Finance

Last updated: 21 August 2026