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CBC
5 days ago
- General
- CBC
Anishnawbe Health Toronto celebrates grand opening of new Indigenous health centre
A Indigenous organization in Toronto is celebrating the grand opening of a new health care facility that brings together traditional Indigenous healing and Western medicine under one roof. The Indigenous Health Centre, located in the West Don Lands, will serve more than 90,000 Indigenous people, the majority of whom live below the poverty line, according to Michael Milward, interim executive director of Anishnawbe Health Toronto (AHT), an Indigenous community health care centre. Milward said the Indigenous health centre, the first of its kind in Ontario, provides a blended model of health care for the Indigenous community in Toronto. "What we do offer here are both Western health care practices as well as traditional health care practices," he said. Milward said the centre has traditional healers on staff that come to the centre to offer healing sessions, services and ceremonies for clients. "The main purpose of all of that is, we very much feel that helping our clients find themselves, find their identity, their traditions and culture is vital to their health and well-being," Milward said. The building features ceremonial spaces, a sweat lodge and healing gardens. Its programming includes Indigenous palliative care and services for 2SLGBTQ+ clients. Building was vision of former AHT executive director Milward said the building was the dream of former executive director Joe Hester, who was executive director from 1993 to 2025. Hester died on Jan. 31, 2025 at the age of 77. "This building was his vision. It's something that he worked on for 23 plus years," he said. In an expression of condolence for Hester, Toronto city council said on Feb. 11, 2025: "He dedicated his life to advocating for and supporting Indigenous communities by creating the foundation of urban Indigenous health in Toronto. "Through his work, he ensured Indigenous people in and around Toronto had proper access to both traditional and western medicine delivered in a culturally appropriate way." Milward said all service providers of AHT, who worked in several offices previously, are now able to work in one location, making it easier for them to collaborate on care plans for clients, ensuring that both spectrums of health care are included in the planning. AHT has been seeing clients in the space since it moved into the building a year ago. Leslie Saunders, manager of AHT's traditional palliative care program, said the centre merges traditional teams of healers, medicine people who run ceremonies and provide traditional teachings and health care from an Indigenous perspective, with a Western approach to health and wellness. "Together this creates amazing health outcomes for the urban Indigenous community," Saunders said. In palliative care, for example, the centre has a clinical partner, Mount Sinai Hospital, which provides medical and palliative care, while the traditional palliative care program uses Indigenous teachings and ceremonies to "decolonize death." That means preparing the client and their family for the journey back home to the spirit world, Saunders said. "In Indigenous tradition, there is no ending. There's a circle of life and people come from the spirit world and they go home to the spirit world," she said. The program provides support, guidance, teachings and direction for the client and family to engage in that process, she added. According to AHT, the centre is Toronto's only fully accredited Indigenous-led community health centre. "From a public health perspective, this is a powerful example of how culturally grounded care improves outcomes for underserved populations facing chronic illness, trauma, addiction, and systemic barriers," AHT said in a media release.
The Sun
30-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Bupa Hong Kong Launches Cross-border Cashless Premier Healthcare
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 29 May 2025 - Bupa Hong Kong is pleased to announce partnerships with four premier healthcare providers, in response to the increasing demand from Hong Kong residents for comprehensive and accessible medical care in mainland China. The partnership allows the leading health insurance specialist to extend services across 10 cities and 69 locations throughout the Greater Bay Area. Through partnerships with Fosun Health, Prosper Health, The GBA Healthcare Group, and Zhongshan Chen Xinghai Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Bupa Hong Kong customers now have access to a broad spectrum of top-tier medical services throughout Southern China. Leveraging our Guarantee of Payment system, customers can benefit from both inpatient and day procedure services without the inconvenience of pay and claim or the complexities of navigating claims process. Aligned with Bupa Hong Kong's commitment to fulfilling the healthcare needs of our customers, these partnerships focus on major healthcare advancements including specialised cancer treatment, effective medical management and comprehensive inpatient care. Customers will benefit from access to an extensive range of specialised services, such as comprehensive cancer care, endoscopic procedures and orthopaedic surgeries. A Commitment to Seamless Healthcare Access By partnering with these distinguished healthcare providers, Bupa Hong Kong ensures its customers to receive a high standard of medical care. Dedicated to consistently providing quality services, Bupa Hong Kong and its four partners have selected several Tier III Class A hospitals from their extensive network. This tiered system, managed by the Chinese health administration, guarantees quality standards. This selection includes the top hospitals in Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Foshan. 'We need partners to build the future of quality, convenient and seamless healthcare for our customers. Collaboration with the top-tiered medical providers in the Greater Bay Area is more important than ever,' said Yuman Chan, General Manager of the Bupa Insurance Business in Hong Kong. 'This is about giving our customers more support and providing cross-border, accessible medical care options, whether they need critical healthcare or day procedures. Bupa makes it easy for customers to seamlessly navigate their healthcare journey through our own services and through our network partners.' Premier Partners with Extensive Network By integrating direct billing services within the extensive medical network of Fosun Health, Prosper Health, The GBA Healthcare Group, and Zhongshan Chen Xinghai Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Bupa Hong Kong simplifies the payment process during hospital stays and other medical facilities visits. This method eliminates the need for upfront deposits and on-the-spot payments at the time of discharge, ensuring that customers receive timely and uninterrupted medical care. In addition to offering payment convenience, Bupa Hong Kong provides round-the-clock support through an experienced and professional case management team, ensuring a personalised and seamless healthcare journey. Bupa Medical Insurance Plans |
Associated Press
29-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Bupa Hong Kong Launches Cross-border Cashless Premier Healthcare
Partnering with four top-tier medical groups to expand healthcare choices and access in the Greater Bay Area, ensuring effortless direct billing for members HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 29 May 2025 - Bupa Hong Kong is pleased to announce partnerships with four premier healthcare providers, in response to the increasing demand from Hong Kong residents for comprehensive and accessible medical care in mainland China. The partnership allows the leading health insurance specialist to extend services across 10 cities and 69 locations throughout the Greater Bay Area. Through partnerships with Fosun Health, Prosper Health, The GBA Healthcare Group, and Zhongshan Chen Xinghai Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Bupa Hong Kong customers now have access to a broad spectrum of top-tier medical services throughout Southern China. Leveraging our Guarantee of Payment system, customers can benefit from both inpatient and day procedure services without the inconvenience of pay and claim or the complexities of navigating claims process. Aligned with Bupa Hong Kong's commitment to fulfilling the healthcare needs of our customers, these partnerships focus on major healthcare advancements including specialised cancer treatment, effective medical management and comprehensive inpatient care. Customers will benefit from access to an extensive range of specialised services, such as comprehensive cancer care, endoscopic procedures and orthopaedic surgeries. A Commitment to Seamless Healthcare Access By partnering with these distinguished healthcare providers, Bupa Hong Kong ensures its customers to receive a high standard of medical care. Dedicated to consistently providing quality services, Bupa Hong Kong and its four partners have selected several Tier III Class A hospitals from their extensive network. This tiered system, managed by the Chinese health administration, guarantees quality standards. This selection includes the top hospitals in Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Foshan. 'We need partners to build the future of quality, convenient and seamless healthcare for our customers. Collaboration with the top-tiered medical providers in the Greater Bay Area is more important than ever,' said Yuman Chan, General Manager of the Bupa Insurance Business in Hong Kong. 'This is about giving our customers more support and providing cross-border, accessible medical care options, whether they need critical healthcare or day procedures. Bupa makes it easy for customers to seamlessly navigate their healthcare journey through our own services and through our network partners.' Premier Partners with Extensive Network By integrating direct billing services within the extensive medical network of Fosun Health, Prosper Health, The GBA Healthcare Group, and Zhongshan Chen Xinghai Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Bupa Hong Kong simplifies the payment process during hospital stays and other medical facilities visits. This method eliminates the need for upfront deposits and on-the-spot payments at the time of discharge, ensuring that customers receive timely and uninterrupted medical care. In addition to offering payment convenience, Bupa Hong Kong provides round-the-clock support through an experienced and professional case management team, ensuring a personalised and seamless healthcare journey. For more information about the cross-border cashless service, please visit Bupa Medical Insurance Plans | Voluntary Health Medical Insurance VHIS | Bupa Hong Kong. Hashtag: #Bupa #BupaHongKong #GBA #CrossBorderHealthcare #跨境免找數醫療服務 #大灣區 The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Bupa – An international health insurance specialist Established in 1947, Bupa's purpose is helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We are an international healthcare company serving over 60 million customers worldwide. With no shareholders, we reinvest profits into providing more and better healthcare for the benefit of current and future customers. Bupa has businesses around the world, principally in Australia, the UK, Spain, Poland, Chile, Hong Kong SAR, India, Türkiye, Brazil, Mexico and New Zealand. We also have associate businesses in Saudi Arabia. Bupa has been a health insurance specialist in Hong Kong since 1976, offering one-stop solutions across domestic and international health insurance, and healthcare services. Our comprehensive medical insurance schemes are tailored to meet individual needs, and we provide health solutions for companies of all sizes. We also have a team of registered nurses, health management professionals, and doctors who provide various expert healthcare support. Our healthcare provision arm, Quality HealthCare Medical Services (QHMS), became part of Bupa in October 2013. QHMS offers Western Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Diagnostics & Imaging, Dental, Physiotherapy, Mental Health and Wellness services via a network of over 1,650 provider service points in Hong Kong. For more information, visit
Arabian Post
12-05-2025
- Business
- Arabian Post
0xmd Partners with SENAI CIMATEC to Launch Operations in Brazil
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 May 2025 – 0xmd, a global startup specializing in Generative Artificial Intelligence for healthcare, has entered into a strategic partnership with SENAI CIMATEC, one of Brazil's leading technology and innovation institutions. This agreement marks the beginning of 0xmd's operations in Brazil, expanding the company's presence in the Latin American market. The collaboration will see 0xmd bring its cutting-edge AI technologies to Brazil, including solutions for automated clinical exam analysis, medical image interpretation, and conversational diagnostic support. This partnership positions 0xmd as the first international healthtech to integrate with CIMATEC's innovation ecosystem. With existing operations in the United States and China, 0xmd aims to contribute to the democratization of healthcare access in Brazil by providing intelligent tools that support medical professionals in diagnosis, treatment planning, and personalized care. A key differentiator of 0xmd's technology is its use of medical and healthcare large language models with natural language interfaces, such as clinical chatbots, that facilitate seamless interaction between healthcare providers and decision-support systems. 'Partnering with SENAI CIMATEC enables 0xmd to localize its solutions for the Brazilian market and scale its impact in the region,' said Allen Au, Chairman & Chief Architect of 0xmd. 'SENAI CIMATEC's strong reputation in innovation and research makes it an ideal partner to help us navigate the Brazilian healthcare landscape and ensure the successful integration of our technology.' The initial phase of the project will focus on adapting 0xmd's technology to Brazilian regulations and integrating with local healthcare systems. The partnership also aligns with the growing demand for AI solutions in the healthcare industry, particularly in areas such as image-based diagnostics, clinical report automation, and personalized therapies. The partnership with SENAI CIMATEC reinforces 0xmd's commitment to expanding its global impact and driving innovation in healthcare. Hashtag: #0xmd The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About 0xmd 0xmd Inc. is a pioneer in Generative AI healthcare solutions platform based in Hong Kong China and the US, specializing in Large Language Models (LLMs) and Large Visual Language Models (LvLMs) designed for medical applications. 0xmd is capable of providing 24/7 online diagnostic support that integrates both Western Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine, automation of clinical exam analysis, medical image diagnostics, as well as total health management solutions. The company is dedicated to transforming the healthcare landscape by optimizing healthcare systems, in order to make healthcare resources more equitable and accessible. About SENAI CIMATEC SENAI CIMATEC is Brazil's leading technology and innovation center, comprising a Technological Center, a University, and a Technical School that operate in synergy. Established in 2002, it is a private, non-profit institution dedicated to Research, Development, and Innovation (RD&I), focusing on delivering advanced solutions to the industry. With expertise in 43 areas—including robotics, quantum computing, AI, energy, and sustainability—SENAI CIMATEC is committed to driving technological advancements to meet the evolving market needs. The institution develops and implements projects with national and international impact, collaborating with renowned institutions and partners worldwide.
