Expanding its Health Screening Service Business in South-East Asia Region
TOKYO, July 1, 2024 -- FUJIFILM Corporation today announces the opening of a new “NURA” health screening center focusing on cancer screening in Vietnam. The new center has opened today in Hanoi, Vietnam, as the first NURA center in the South-East Asia region. The newly opened NURA will be operated by VIETNAM JAPAN HEALTH TECHNOLOGY JOINT STOCK COMPANY (VJH) which owns T-Matsuoka Medical Center in Vietnam. A Fujifilm subsidiary FUJIFILM DKH LLP operating “NURA" in India and Mongolia, will provide support to VJH to conduct health screening with a focus on cancer and lifestyle diseases. Fujifilm will continue to expand its health screening service business in emerging countries by increasing the number of NURA centers.
The entrance of the new NURA
CT scan installed at the new NURA
In Vietnam, cancer and lifestyle diseases such as ischemic heart disease, are among the leading causes of death*1. The number of patients dying or falling critically ill as a result of these diseases can be reduced through early disease detection followed by appropriate treatment and health guidance. In Vietnam, as in Japan, it is compulsory that corporates provide regular health screening to employees. However, the health screening rate in Vietnam remains low at about 3.5%*2, which frequently makes it difficult to detect diseases in their early stages.
In brief
FUJIFILM Corporation says a new NURA health screening center has opened in Hanoi, marking the service’s first location in Southeast Asia. The center is operated by Vietnam Japan Health Technology Joint Stock Company, which owns T-Matsuoka Medical Center, with support from Fujifilm subsidiary FUJIFILM DKH LLP. The partners plan to offer screening focused on cancer and lifestyle-related conditions, and to promote awareness of screening among nearby hospitals and businesses. Fujifilm says NURA centers use its medical equipment and AI-based medical IT to assist doctors with screening. The company reports that more than 45,000 people have used the service across its existing locations, where appointments take about 120 minutes. It plans to grow its screening business in emerging markets by adding centers.
Key takeaways
- A NURA screening center has opened in Hanoi, the service’s first site in Southeast Asia.
- VJH operates the center, with support from Fujifilm subsidiary FUJIFILM DKH LLP.
- Screening will focus on cancer and lifestyle diseases, supported by Fujifilm equipment and medical IT.
- Fujifilm says more than 45,000 people have used NURA services at existing locations.
Fujifilm, VJH and T-Matsuoka Medical Center, which has long been contributing to improve the quality of medical care in Vietnam, will work together to create an environment that supports the delivery of high-quality screening services in Vietnam. Fujifilm will share its expertise in health screening services it has gained from operating NURA centers. In addition, Fujifilm and VJH will also engage in activities to communicate the importance of health screening to hospitals and companies in the surrounding area, enhancing a health screening culture in Vietnam.
About “NURA” health screening center
In 2021, Fujifilm opened its first NURA health screening center in Bengaluru, India and started its health screening service business in emerging countries. Since then, Fujifilm has expanded the number of NURA centers, and currently has four centers in India and one in Mongolia. NURA uses Fujifilm's medical devices including CT scan and mammography system, as well as medical IT system based on AI technology that are designed to support doctors conduct screening and tests for cancer and lifestyle diseases. The service has been well received by users, with more than 45,000 people already using the service, thanks to the convenience of being able to complete all checks and receive feedback on the results in just about 120 minutes. Another point that has been highly acclaimed is that users are able to hear the results from a doctor while viewing the actual diagnostic images.
Fujifilm will continue to provide high-quality services to an increasing number of people, thereby contributing to advancement of global health and maintenance and promotion of people's health.
- *1 Source: “Global Health Estimates: Life expectancy and leading causes of death and disability” on WHO website.
- *2 Source: “Report on the project for fee-based service of medical checkup system in Vietnam” on METI website.
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Questions around this news
What services does the new NURA center in Hanoi offer?
The Hanoi center focuses on screening for cancer and lifestyle diseases. It uses medical devices, including CT scanning and mammography, alongside a medical IT system based on AI technology to support doctors conducting screening and tests. The release says the service is designed to provide checks and feedback on results in about 120 minutes.
What is a CT scan?
A CT scan uses X-rays taken from different angles and computer processing to create detailed images of structures inside the body. Clinicians may use these images to examine organs and tissues, investigate symptoms, or help identify abnormalities. Whether a CT scan is appropriate depends on the person’s health needs and a clinician’s judgment.
What is mammography used for?
Mammography is an imaging test that uses low-dose X-rays to examine breast tissue. It is commonly used to screen for breast cancer in people without symptoms and to investigate breast changes. Screening recommendations and the timing of tests can vary according to individual circumstances and local medical guidance.
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