As world health experts monitor a Covid-19 variant that has recently become a dominant strain in many places, many people are wondering who should get a booster shot ahead of the flu season.
As Germany sees pro-life protests, and a decade's old debate, reignited, we look at what you should know about the debate on reproductive rights in Germany.
Donating blood can be a charitable and healthy habit, but to avoid spreading infections there are tight regulations in place. So who is able to give blood in Germany?
People with statutory health insurance in Germany often have to wait longer for appointments than private patients. A recent analysis of nationwide booking data highlights which doctors have the longest waiting times.
The month of September means the mornings and evenings are getting darker in Germany. Many people may be wondering if its time to start taking a vitamin D supplement? Here's what to know.
Whether it's parental leave, sick leave, or a sabbatical - there are plenty of situations where you might be off work in Germany for an extended period of time.
All of Germany has previously been classified as a risk area for tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) by the Robert Koch Institute. We break down how to avoid the eight-legged blood-suckers and what to do if you get bitten.
Chikungunya infections are on the rise among travellers returning to Germany, and local cases have been recorded near the border. Here's what to know about the mosquito borne illness and how real the threat is.
Foreign nurses who work in Germany need to learn a wide range of colloquial and technical terms to do their work. Experts say cultural differences and a lack of standardised requirements both add to the challenge.
With a heatwave gripping Germany and forecasters suggesting the country could see record temperatures this week, health authorities have official advice on how to stay safe.
Summer is a great time to cool off in Germany's lakes, rivers, seas and outdoor pools. But it's important to be aware of the potential dangers associated with swimming outside, particularly on Germany's unsupervised inland waters.
Under a new proposal, foreign medical students in Germany could be forced to pay tuition fees under certain circumstances, in a bid to force young doctors to work in rural areas.
German parliament approved plans to extend 'Mutterschutz' rules to include support for people who have suffered a miscarriage. Here's what you need to know
After years of being asked to remove his shoes in homes and close every window, writer Tom Pugh conducted his own research to see which German hygiene obsessions are scientifically sound, and which are little more than a cultural quirk.
Dental care can be expensive in Germany, especially for treatments that are not fully covered by standard health insurance plans. So when is it worth buying supplementary dental insurance?
After a test-run in several regions, patients in Germany - and their doctors - are now able to access their entire medical history online. Here's what you need to know about the country's new digital patient records.
Germany is launching its new digital database for medical records nationwide from Tuesday. Here's what you need to know about the electronic patient file, and how to opt out.
Patients in Germany sometimes complain about long waits to see the doctor, especially for specialist care. Some have suggested that doctors prioritise privately insured patients. A new motion may see the government step in.
Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel denied Thursday that she had covered up an intelligence report concluding that a Chinese laboratory leak was the likely source of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Measles cases doubled in Europe in 2024 to a 25-year high, the World Health Organization said on Thursday, stressing the importance of vaccinations to curb the illness' spread.
Strikes by public sector employees are continuing this week with healthcare workers walking out across Germany on Wednesday and Thursday. Regional strikes affecting nurseries and municipal services are expected in some cities.
