China plans to allow the establishment of wholly foreign-owned hospitals in certain cities and regions across the country, according to an official document unveiled on Sunday.

In April, the recent release of the 2024 medical device classification encompasses 223 results, including 93 products related to In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD). Among these, 27 IVD-related products are suggested for Class III medical device management, 45 for Class II, and 14 for Class I.

To accelerate access to diagnostics in the continent, Africa CDC in partnership with key partners have launched the Africa Collaborative Initiative to Advance Diagnostics (AFCAD).