Global Scans · Care · Weekly Summary

• [New] In infertility care, global disparities in access to services coexist with risks of over-medicalization and commercialization in some high-income settings. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] Singapore will hire 1,800 more infant care educators by 2030 to meet rising demand as infant care becomes more affordable and accessible for families. The Straits Times
• Today, NHS bosses have warned of chaos in ADHD and autism care as costs spiral and unregulated private providers capitalise on the huge demand for help. BBC
• Fees at government-supported pre-schools are set to drop by more than half by 2030, with monthly prices for full-day childcare cut to $150 a month and infant care to $300. The Straits Times
• By 2030, Singapore will hire 1,800 more infant care educators to meet the expected rising demand for infant care as services become more affordable for families. The Straits Times
• Any change in rates, or even a change in the ECB's language about future policy, could move the euro, the dollar index and European bond yields and also affect global risk sentiment. Trade Brains
• A regional share of nearly 26.8% is predicted to be held by the U.K. in 2026, as the National Health Service continues expanding virtual wards, hospital-at-home services, and integrated community care. Persistence Market Research
• Germany will likely register a substantial regional share of approximately 37.6% in 2026, owing to its statutory long-term care insurance system, which provides financial support for home-based nursing and personal care services. Persistence Market Research
• The Hospitals segment is experiencing rapid growth, with an expected CAGR of 9.0% from 2026 to 2032, fueled by increasing investment in healthcare infrastructure and patient-centered care that champions adaptive technologies. 6wresearch
• Canada is expected to be the fastest-growing country at a CAGR of 7.8% from 2026 to 2033, fueled by expanding access to neurology care, increasing adoption of advanced epilepsy and depression treatments, and improving reimbursement support for neuromodulation devices. Data Bridge Market Research
• The U.S. faces a projected shortfall of tens of thousands of registered nurses and a deepening physician gap, worsened by older Americans needing more care and by widespread burnout. Lighthouse
• As India addresses rising healthcare demand, an ageing population, chronic disease burden, and workforce shortages, AI presents an opportunity to enhance productivity, expand access to quality care, and drive long-term economic value across the healthcare ecosystem. ETHealthworld.com
• The 2026 Watch List highlights the top 10 emerging technology platforms and issues in regenerative medicine that are expected to have significant and meaningful impact on health care systems in Canada over the next 5 years. NCBI Bookshelf
• Across the Occupied Palestinian Territory, civilians continued to face heightened protection risks, repeated displacement, damage to civilian infrastructure, and disruptions to essential services, including health care, education and water supply. United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitar
• A robot capable of conducting annual cardiovascular health checks could point to a practical, scalable model for reducing pressure on NHS primary care. The National Robotarium
• By 2026, insurance data integrated with clinical systems will play a central role in driving value-based care, where outcomes, not volumes, define success. Khaleej Times
• Opportunities span lab outsourcing, automation, point-of-care and home testing, especially in Asia-Pacific. Yahoo! Finance
• The Senate inquiry will examine gaps in childcare and early learning services, workforce shortages, the effectiveness of the Child Care Subsidy, and whether Commonwealth programs are meeting the needs of families living outside Australia's major cities. Senator Matt O'Sullivan
• Elderly care and assisted living are expected to dominate the application segment, accounting for around 39% of total revenue in 2026. Persistence Market Research
• The World Health Organization estimates a global shortage of 10 million healthcare workers by 2030, with the caregiver gap disproportionately affecting eldercare and long-term care settings. Persistence Market Research
• Dominant Region: North America is projected to lead with around 38% revenue share in 2026, driven by advanced healthcare infrastructure, high AI adoption rates, and favorable reimbursement frameworks for robotic care solutions. Persistence Market Research
• Population ageing will result in increasing demand for nursing worldwide - including assisted living facilities and residential care programs. EBSCO
• Malaysia's scaling of electronic health records across the public healthcare system will drive improvements in care coordination, continuity and quality. Fitch Solutions

Last updated: 13 September 2026