Exploring Nia: A Movement Practice Beneficial for People with Parkinson's Disease

Dr. Lisa Shulman, a renowned neurology professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and Fellow of the...

Textile Recycling to Drive Bavaria's Circular Economy

Bavaria's business landscape is optimistic about the opportunities presented by textile recycling and the establishment of...

Future of medicine: Helmholtz Munich opens innovation campus

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The Helmholtz Pioneer Campus was officially opened today under the motto "Engineering the Future of Medicine". The...

The Hidden Risks of Ticks in Munich: Protecting Yourself Against Tick-Borne Diseases

Munich, a beautiful city known for its rich culture, history, and stunning landscapes, offers residents and tourists...

Covid vaccines saved over one million lives in Europe

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Corona vaccines have saved more than one million lives in Europe and countries of the former Soviet Union since the end of...

Lauterbach: Corona pandemic is over

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Health Minister Karl Lauterbach (SPD) considers the Corona pandemic in Germany to be over. Looking at the status, for...

Fewer new cases of type 2 diabetes

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The number of new cases of diabetes in Germany has fallen in recent years - but those affected are getting younger and...

Mortality rates in homes matched immunization rates in countries

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At the peak of the second Corona wave in Germany in 2021, there was a close correlation between the number of people...

Austria ends all Corona measures

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In Austria, all Corona measures will be phased out. This was decided by the government on Wednesday. On April 30, the now...

Violence often started from mask refusers

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There were more than 2,000 assaults on employees on local and long-distance trains operated by Deutsche Bahn (DB) last...

Number of acute respiratory diseases significantly declining

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The number of acute respiratory illnesses in Germany has fallen significantly. It was most recently at the level of the...

USA and Italy impose mandatory testing for travelers from China

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In light of a massive wave of Corona infections in China, the U.S. and Italy are increasing their precautionary measures....

Corona rules currently applied in Bavaria

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There are still Corona restrictions in Bavaria, but there aren't many anymore - and the biggest one has been history since...

Bavaria has spent 3.7 billion euros on the fight against Covid-19

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The Free State of Bavaria has spent more than 3.7 billion euros since 2020 to directly combat the Corona pandemic. This is...

Bavaria abolishes corona isolation requirement

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In four federal states, the isolation obligation for Corona infected persons will soon be dropped. Bavaria,...

RKI: Seven-day incidence increases slightly

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The Robert Koch Institute (RKI) today reported the nationwide seven-day incidence at 290.1. This is according to figures...

Munich clinics: The situation is getting worse

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Hospitals are again groaning more under Corona: 576 hospital beds are currently occupied by Corona patients in Munich...

Corona drug Paxlovid becomes a slow seller

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Many hopes were pinned on the Corona drug Paxlovid at the beginning of the year. At the time, the newly developed tablets...

Stiko wants to change Corona vaccination recommendation

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The Standing Commission on Vaccination (Stiko) is apparently planning to change the Corona vaccination recommendation....

RKI sees sideways movement rather than downward trend

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In the development of the Corona summer wave in Germany, the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) continues to give no all-clear....

TUM Inhalation medicine could prevent severe pneumonia

Severe lung damage in diseases such as Covid-19 is often caused by overactive immune cells in the affected individuals....

Lifestyles of Health and Sustainability (LOHAS): A Deeper Dive into its Meaning and Significance

In a rapidly changing world, where concerns about health, the environment, and sustainable living have taken center stage,...

Waste Disposal - Which Bins to Use

Munich stands as a shining example of efficient and eco-conscious waste management. Spearheaded by the Waste Management...

10 Great Zero-Packaging Shops in Munich: Embracing Sustainable Shopping

As the world increasingly grapples with the environmental impact of excessive packaging waste, individuals and businesses...

German Private Health Insurance

With a focus on efficiency, accessibility, and quality, Munich's healthcare landscape stands as a model for the world. In...

Top 10 Best Private Health Insurers for Expatriates in Germany

Living abroad as an expatriate comes with its own set of challenges, one of which is ensuring access to high-quality...

A Seasonal Calendar for Fresh Delights: Fruits and Vegetables in Germany

Embracing seasonal produce not only supports local farmers and reduces environmental impact but also ensures that you...
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Brainlab and AO Collaborate on Future of Medical Training

During the annual AO Trustees Meeting, which was held this year in Sydney, Australia, the digital medical technology...

Health supplements with Lifeplus

A few years ago I had some health challenges.My energy level was down and I was suffering from migraines. It was hard to...
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Federal judge overturns approval for abortion pill

Amid the battle over a comprehensive abortion ban in the United States, a federal judge in Texas has overturned the...
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Lauterbach presents new plans for cannabis law

Federal Health Minister Karl Lauterbach (SPD) wants cannabis legalization in Germany to be implemented initially only in...
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Cold medicines sold particularly often

In the face of waves of illness, the market for over-the-counter medicines in Germany has grown strongly. In pharmacies...
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Record number of days absent due to mental illness in Brandenburg

According to an evaluation by the DAK health insurance fund, employees in Brandenburg have never been absent due to mental...
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Corona rules currently apply in Bavaria

In Bavaria, there is now only one Corona restriction: an FFP2 mask requirement for visitors to hospitals and care...
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High proportion of influenza B viruses

The number of laboratory-confirmed cases of influenza in Germany has risen slightly again. Around 2,400 cases were...
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Kenyan introduced mosquito species causes concern

With the arrival of a new species of mosquito in Kenya, concerns are growing about an increase in malaria. During a...
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More than 250 Corona vaccine claims approved

The German states have so far approved 253 applications for compensation due to a serious undesirable side effect of the...
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Corona in Germany: Current number of cases from the RKI

The Robert Koch Institute (RKI) reported the nationwide seven-day incidence as of Tuesday morning at 68.3. That's...
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Large majority favors free condoms for young people

In France, young people between the ages of 18 and 25 have been receiving condoms free of charge since the beginning of...
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Covid wave in China: Virus without a visa

There is great joy in the neighboring countries about the Chinese being allowed to travel again. But there is also fear of...
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All Corona samples negative on first flight from China

There have been no suspected cases in the new Corona checks for passengers from China. At Frankfurt Airport on Monday...
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Europe-wide mandatory PCR testing for China flights

In view of the massive wave of corona infections in China, the chief executive officer of the World Medical Association,...
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Concern about corona wave in China grows worldwide

Following the U.S. and other countries, the European Union also wants to ramp up protective measures against the...
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Almost ten percent of hospital staff absent due to sickness rates

High staff absenteeism, many patients with respiratory diseases and supply bottlenecks for medicines are currently causing...
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Almost two million unvaccinated Italians must pay fine

The Corona vaccination requirement divides many societies. In Germany, facility-based mandatory vaccination is in effect...
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Emergency rooms in Brandenburg's hospitals sign off

When there is a shortage of staff in the emergency rooms at Brandenburg's hospitals, they sign off every now and then....
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Do I still have to get the PCR test without being in quarantine?

Even though we have been trying to come to terms with the corona virus for more than two years, to protect ourselves and...
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Dispute about the end of the mask requirement in buses and trains

The advance from Schleswig-Holstein to end the obligation to wear masks on buses and trains met with a mixed response in...
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USA wants to extend export ban on ASML to China

The chip machine manufacturer ASML is getting deeper into the global political dispute over high technology. The United...
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RKI: The flu wave starts earlier than usual in Germany

Twice the flu wave in Germany remained largely absent - now influenza is back, and relatively early. Quite high case...
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New lockdown wave in China

Rising corona infections have triggered a new wave of lockdowns in China. From Wuhan in central China to Xining in the...

RKI assumes 4500 heat deaths

The Robert Koch Institute (RKI) expects around 4500 heat-related deaths this year, putting the number at a comparable...
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Flu vaccination: When should you get vaccinated?

High fever, aching limbs and severe fatigue, these are some typical symptoms of influenza. Influenza is caused by viruses...
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Corona decline halts shortly before cold season

Given the time of year, the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) expects more respiratory illnesses in the near future. "An overall...
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Cannabis legalization could violate EU law

The cannabis legalization planned by the coalition violates EU law, according to a study by the Bundestag's Scientific...
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Only about half of citizens want to be vaccinated

"The European Medicines Agency recommends approval of the coronavirus vaccine." Just under two years ago, shortly before...
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Lauterbach wants clear vaccination recommendations for all age groups

German Health Minister Karl Lauterbach has called for "clear recommendations" even for people under 60 or 70 on whether...
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U.S. state of Indiana restricts access to abortions

Indiana has passed a sweeping restriction on abortion access. Republican Governor Eric Holcomb signed the law passed by...
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Aidshilfe demands one million vaccination doses against monkeypox

To get monkeypox infections under control in Germany, many more vaccine doses are needed than have been ordered by the...