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Baiyunshan Xike Visits Jiujiang, Jiangxi to Explore Nuclear Medicine Industry Chain Cooperation

Recently, a delegation from Guangzhou Baiyunshan Xike Health Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Guangzhou Pharmaceutical Holdings Limited (GP Corp.), visited Jiujiang City, Jiangxi Province, conducting field inspections and discussion exchanges in Ruichang City, Jiujiang Economic Development Zone, and Pengze County, focusing on cooperation across the full nuclear medicine industry chain. Liu Hong, Director of the Scientific Research Project Management Department of GP Corp. and Chairman and General Manager of Baiyunshan Xike, led the core team in exchanges with Chen Shuilian, Member of the Party Leadership Group and Vice Mayor of Jiujiang Municipal People's Government, as well as responsible officials from Ruichang City, Pengze County, and Jiujiang Economic Development Zone, reaching multiple consensuses on subsequent cooperation. The inspection covered key facilities including the Ruichang Institute of Nuclear Physics Applications, the Biomedical (Nuclear) Industrial Park in Jiujiang Economic Development Zone, and the Jiangxi Tianhong Nuclear Technology project site in Pengze County. The delegation conducted in-depth visits to research laboratories, industrial parks, and projects under construction to understand local capabilities in nuclear technology research, isotope R&D infrastructure, project construction progress, as well as land and industrial supporting conditions.

2026-09-07

Radionuclide Ward Officially Launched at Xuguan Campus of Suzhou Nuclear Industry General Hospital under CNNC Medical

On September 3, the radionuclide ward of the Nuclear Medicine Department at the Xuguan Campus of Suzhou Nuclear Industry General Hospital, affiliated with CNNC Medical, was officially inaugurated and put into operation. The ward addresses the standardized radionuclide therapy needs of patients with tumors, thyroid diseases, and endocrine disorders, providing inpatient treatment services with isolation and protection conditions. According to reports, the newly launched radionuclide ward is equipped with radiation protection facilities and intelligent monitoring systems, enabling fully enclosed ward management, treatment process monitoring, and multi-level protection. Following the ward's commissioning, the Nuclear Medicine Department will expand from its previous examination-focused service model into a closed-loop service chain integrating radionuclide diagnosis, drug therapy, isolated hospitalization, and research follow-up, enhancing its capacity to manage complex and critically ill patients...

2026-09-05

Royal Victoria Hospital Belfast Introduces Photon-Counting CT, Becoming Ireland's First Hospital to Adopt the Technology

Royal Victoria Hospital Belfast recently introduced the Siemens Healthineers NAEOTOM Alpha.Prime photon-counting CT scanner, becoming the first hospital in Ireland to adopt this next-generation CT imaging technology. The hospital is part of the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, and this installation is part of a long-term value partnership between the hospital and Siemens Healthineers. According to reports, the NAEOTOM Alpha.Prime photon-counting CT delivers ultra-high-resolution images and spectral data at lower radiation doses. Its 0.2 mm slice thickness helps clinicians visualize small blood vessels, fine anatomical structures, and early pathological changes, enabling more diagnostic information to be obtained in a single scan...

2026-09-03

West Physics Acquires U.S. Medical Physics Services Provider RTS, Expanding Nuclear Medicine and Radiation Safety Service Network

West Physics Consulting, LLC, a U.S. provider of medical and health physics consulting services, announced on September 2, 2026, that it has acquired Radiographic Testing Services, Inc. (RTS). Headquartered in Albany, New York, RTS primarily provides medical physics services covering nuclear medicine, diagnostic radiology, radiation oncology, and Certified Radiological Equipment Safety Officer (CRESO)-related services. West Physics stated that this acquisition will integrate the strengths of both companies in customer service, quality management, and technical capabilities. Upon completion of the transaction, the company will add a new office in Albany, New York, and further expand its presence in Albany, New York...

2026-09-03

AI-Enhanced MRI System Deployed at Utah Medical Center for Cardiac and Cancer Imaging

Intermountain Medical Center in Murray, Utah, has begun using a new magnetic resonance (MR) system for imaging cardiac and cancer patients. The facility stated that the GE HealthCare SIGNA Sprint Elite MR system was placed into service earlier this year, making it the first of its kind in Utah and the second in the United States. According to the hospital, the system integrates artificial intelligence software designed to reduce image noise and enhance scan clarity. The facility believes that clearer images will help clinicians assess cardiac tissue and cancer-related conditions, while also potentially reducing the time patients spend undergoing MR exams. Cardiac imaging is one of the system's key application areas.

2026-09-02

Russian scientists use 3D-printed tungsten grid to improve X-ray imaging quality, potentially reducing patient radiation exposure

The press service of the Russian Ministry of Education and Science recently stated that a Russian research team has used 3D printing technology to manufacture a tungsten-based anti-scatter grid for X-ray machines, with partition thickness only one-third that of similar products. The researchers believe this achievement could help reduce patient radiation exposure during X-ray examinations while maintaining medical image quality. During X-ray imaging, some rays scatter after passing through human tissue, creating background noise that weakens image contrast. Clinical equipment typically suppresses such interference through anti-scatter grids. Traditional anti-scatter grids are mostly made of lead, but lead has low mechanical strength and imposes high requirements on processing techniques, resulting in...

2026-09-01

Chonnam National University Hospital in Hwasun, South Korea, Adopts Deepnoid's Chest X-ray AI Interpretation Solution "M4CXR"

Deepnoid announced on August 31 that it has signed a supply contract with Chonnam National University Hospital in Hwasun, South Korea, to provide the hospital with its AI-based chest X-ray preliminary opinion generation solution, M4CXR. This contract is part of the "AI Medical System Support Project for Regional Responsible Medical Institutions" promoted by the Ministry of Health and Welfare of South Korea. Chonnam National University Hospital in Hwasun plans to improve the work efficiency of medical staff in interpreting chest X-ray images and further enhance the quality of medical services through the introduction of M4CXR. A representative from the Hwasun branch of Chonnam National University Hospital stated that introducing a generative AI-based image interpretation support system is of great significance for improving the quality of public medical services...

2026-08-31

Construction of Radiotherapy Room at Sao San Tun Hospital in Taunggyi, Myanmar, Approximately 80% Complete

On August 30, 2026, the Chief Minister of Shan State, Myanmar, U Sai Tin Soe, accompanied by relevant officials, inspected the construction of the radiotherapy room at Sao San Tun Hospital in Taunggyi. The radiotherapy room is a single-story reinforced concrete building with a floor area of 95 feet × 52 feet, and the project is currently approximately 80% complete. During the inspection, officials from the building department reported on the project's construction progress, and the Chief Minister gave instructions on subsequent work and coordinated the necessary support. On the same day, the Chief Minister and his delegation also inspected the site for a planned five-story expansion building at the hospital and discussed related construction arrangements. Once completed, the radiotherapy room will be used to enhance the hospital's medical service capacity for radiotherapy-related care. ...

2026-08-31

Radiology Partners to Acquire Everlight, Expanding International Teleradiology Services

U.S. radiology services provider Radiology Partners has agreed to acquire Everlight Radiology, planning to expand its teleradiology diagnostic services into markets including the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. Founded in 2006, Everlight employs a "follow-the-sun" teleradiology service model, leveraging radiologists across different time zones to provide continuous imaging diagnostic coverage. The company currently has over 800 radiologists, operates in more than 40 countries, and completes over 2.5 million imaging examination reports annually for more than 340 client institutions. Radiology Partners is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, USA,...

2026-08-30

Thor Medical Advances AlphaOne Commercial Production in H1, Completes First Customer Deliveries of Lead-212 Isotope

Thor Medical ASA, a supplier of high-purity isotopes to the radiopharmaceutical industry, announced its H1 2026 results on August 28. The company stated that its AlphaOne facility has completed mechanical construction on time and on budget and has entered commercial production, marking the start of a new phase focused on scaling output, increasing customer deliveries, and growing revenue. Thor Medical CEO Jasper Kurth said that with the completion of the first customer product deliveries from AlphaOne, the company has established a solid commercial foundation in a rapidly growing market, and the next step is to advance the execution plan around capacity expansion, customer deliveries, and revenue growth to support the development of next-generation precision cancer therapies...

2026-08-28

South Korea's Medical Radiation Examinations Exceed 430 Million Annually, with CT Scans Accounting for 67.1% of Radiation Dose

According to the "2025 National Medical Radiation Assessment Yearbook" released by the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency on August 28, South Koreans underwent a total of 431.59 million medical radiation examinations last year, averaging 8.4 examinations per person. Over the past five years, the number of medical radiation examinations in South Korea has continued to rise, with last year's figure increasing by 4.6% year-on-year and 29.6% compared to 2021. The report shows that the collective radiation dose from medical radiation examinations in South Korea increased from 136,804.73 person-sieverts in 2021 to 167,659.18 person-sieverts last year, an increase of 22.6%. On a per capita basis, the radiation dose rose from 2.64 millisieverts to 3.24 millisieverts. The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency stated that with advances in medical technology, an aging population, and growing demand for health checkups, the use of medical radiation examinations in public healthcare services continues to expand.

2026-08-28

Bruce Power Aims to Generate Over CAD 13.3 Billion in Economic Impact in Canada Over Next 18 Months

Bruce Power recently stated that over the next 18 months, the company expects to generate more than CAD 13.3 billion in economic impact across Canada, with related investments primarily stemming from its nuclear plant operations and life extension programs, supporting businesses and jobs in Ontario and other regions of Canada. Bruce Power stated that since launching the "Canada First" program in 2025, the company has invested over CAD 6.6 billion in Canada between January 2025 and June 2026, and plans to invest an additional CAD 7.7 billion by the end of 2027. The company noted that its spending within Canada accounts for more than 95% of total expenditures. As a nuclear operator located in Bruce County, Ontario...

2026-08-28

South Korea's Daewoong Pharmaceutical Partners with Promedius to Promote AI Osteoporosis Screening Solution Using Chest X-rays

Daewoong Pharmaceutical announced on August 27 that it has signed a sales, distribution, and joint promotion agreement with Promedius, a medical imaging AI company, to promote Osteo Signal, an AI-based osteoporosis risk screening solution using chest X-rays, in South Korea. This partnership also marks Daewoong Pharmaceutical's expansion from its existing osteoporosis treatment business into the AI-assisted diagnostics field. Under the agreement, Daewoong Pharmaceutical will leverage its business network covering medical institutions across South Korea, along with its sales and marketing capabilities, to bring the solution into more clinical settings. Promedius will provide medical imaging AI technical support to assist in its deployment in real-world medical environments.

2026-08-27

Hyogo Medical University Hospital to Launch Japan's First Elekta Evo Linear Accelerator System Treatments

Elekta K.K. announced on August 27 that its high-precision radiation therapy device, the Elekta Evo linear accelerator system, will be installed for the first time in Japan at Hyogo Medical University Hospital, with the first treatment scheduled to commence on September 24, 2026. This marks the entry of this next-generation radiation therapy system into clinical application in Japan. As the number of cancer patients increases, the demand for personalized and precise treatment in the field of radiation therapy continues to rise. The Elekta Evo is positioned as a next-generation radiation therapy system capable of covering both routine and more complex cancer treatment scenarios. The system is equipped with Iris, an AI-driven high-definition imaging technology, which enables clearer visualization of the positional relationships between organs in the patient's body...

2026-08-27

Department of Nuclear Medicine at the Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University Completes Its First PET/CT-Guided Interventional Puncture Procedure

From August 21 to 22, Professor Sun Long from the PET Center of the First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University was invited to the Department of Nuclear Medicine at the Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University for academic exchange, and on the following day provided on-site guidance for the hospital's first PET/CT-guided interventional puncture procedure. The successful completion of this procedure marks a new clinical practice milestone for the department in the field of interventional nuclear medicine. On August 21, Professor Sun Long delivered a special lecture titled "Exploration of Clinical Integrated Application of Diagnostic Nuclear Medicine and Interventional Nuclear Medicine Based on the PET Platform," focusing on how the PET platform extends from disease diagnosis and precise localization to interventional diagnosis and treatment. Drawing on clinical practice and typical cases, he introduced the application of interventional nuclear medicine in lesion...

2026-08-27