Ozempic has rapidly become one of the world’s most talked‑about weight‑loss drugs – but can people in Germany get it without a prescription, and what are the rules if you don’t have diabetes? Here’s what you need to know.
A US national who contracted Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo was discharged from a German hospital on Saturday after recovering from the infection following 17 days of medical care, the clinic said.
Concrete details of Germany’s long-term care reform have emerged, sparking intense criticism. Social organisations, states and municipalities are calling planned cuts a “raid” and a “slap in the face”.
Letters from schools and park closures signal a growing summer hazard in Germany. Oak processionary moth caterpillar infestations can trigger rashes, breathing problems and widespread disruption.
On 'World No Tobacco Day', we take a look at Germany's smoking policies - where it's allowed, where it isn't, and why relaxed laws on lighting up can be a major culture shock for foreigners.
Residents in Germany could soon pay more towards long-term care insurance, particularly if they don’t have children, as the government seeks to close a growing funding gap.
Being hit by a car in Berlin was traumatic enough for two foreign women living in the city, but then what came next - having to navigate Germany's harsh and confusing bureaucratic legal system - proved even worse.
A US doctor who was infected with the Ebola virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo is to be transferred to Germany for treatment, according to the CDC.
Did you know that doctors in Germany can prescribe more than 50 digital health apps to support various conditions, from social anxiety and depression to back pain, diabetes and migraine prevention? We break down the top-rated apps.
Going to the gym in Germany can test your language skills as much as your fitness. Here’s our guide to the phrases you need to work up a sweat, talk reps and explain injuries – without accidentally ending up back at school.
Germany is preparing a levy on sugary drinks that could change what ends up in your glass. If all goes according to plan, the move could reduce sugar consumption and support the country’s public health system.
German emergency services will on Wednesday transfer a person evacuated from a cruise ship stricken with a deadly outbreak of hantavirus from the Netherlands to a hospital in Germany, officials said.
The federal cabinet has approved sweeping health reforms aimed at saving billions. From higher medication costs to changes for families and a new sugar tax, the impact for German residents could be significant.
Germany’s coalition government is pushing a number of healthcare reforms at the moment. In the background there are also discussions about cutting workers' entitlements to sick pay.
Germany is planning a major reform of the health insurance system in a bid to close a widening funding gap. From higher co-payments to cuts to spousal co-insurance, here are the proposed austerity measures.
If hay fever is already making you miserable, the last thing you need is confusion at the pharmacy counter. Here’s a practical guide to allergy medication in Germany – and some helpful phrases for asking for it.
Germany has a strong wellness culture that dates back more than 2,000 years. If you're looking to take a dip in mineral waters or sweat it out in the sauna, spa towns – known as 'Kurorte' – offer the perfect weekend break.
For anyone expecting a baby in Germany or wondering what support and services new parents are entitled to, here’s a straightforward guide to making the most of your statutory health insurance coverage.
To plug a massive budget hole, a government commission has come up with 66 recommendations for how Germany's public health insurance system could be reformed. Here are the major changes on the table that could affect you.
Heavy current and former smokers with public health insurance are eligible to be screened for lung cancer for free in Germany starting April 1st. Here's what you need to know.
Did you know Germany’s public health insurers are obliged to reward healthy behaviour? With deadlines often falling at the end of March, many of these bonuses go unclaimed. Here’s what you need to know.
Millions of families in Germany would owe hundreds of euros more in monthly healthcare costs if plans to abolish free spousal cover go ahead. We look at what’s being discussed – and what it could mean for you.
