Infections in Germany continue to increase

Infections in Germany continue to increase

The number of cases of corona infections has been increasing for weeks, as current figures from the RKI show. One variant is becoming increasingly popular. Autumn is the season for colds: this is confirmed by the current figures on respiratory diseases from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI). Accordingly, numerous colds plague people. What is striking, … Read more

Corona variant KP.3.1.1 causes infection numbers to rise rapidly

Corona variant KP.3.1.1 causes infection numbers to rise rapidly

The Robert Koch Institute is once again reporting rising corona numbers. What will happen to us this time in the cold season? One expert sees many unanswered questions. Autumn is here and with it the next corona wave. Many people in Germany have already noticed that the number of respiratory infections is rising again. But … Read more

Many corona cases, no flu – why are so many people sick?

Many corona cases, no flu – why are so many people sick?

Tissues, lozenges and nasal sprays are in high demand right now: Even though it is summer, many people are ill. Which pathogens are to blame. In millions of households, people are sniffling and coughing right now – despite it being summer. According to calculations by the Robert Koch Institute (RKI), the number of acute respiratory … Read more

Should I get vaccinated again? This is recommended

Should I get vaccinated again? This is recommended

The updated recommendations for corona vaccination have been in effect since the beginning of the year. For whom and when the jab still makes sense. The majority of people in Germany have now been vaccinated against Corona several times and have also had one or more infections. According to the Robert Koch Institute (RKI), this … Read more

Telephone Sick Leave for Mild Cold Symptoms Ends in Germany Amid Pandemic

Telephone Sick Leave for Mild Cold Symptoms Ends in Germany Amid Pandemic

Opportunity to take sick leave by phone ends The possibility of telephone sick leave for mild cold symptoms without visiting the practice is coming to an end. The special regulation of the Federal Joint Committee of doctors, clinics and health insurance companies introduced in the Corona crisis only applies until this Friday (March 31). Committee … Read more

Corona isolation obligation in NRW will be lifted on February 1st

Corona isolation obligation in NRW will be lifted on February 1st

Hospital society: End the obligation to wear masks in the healthcare sector The German Hospital Society (DKG) is again calling for an end to the mask requirement in the healthcare sector and an end to the obligation to isolate. “The offer of free tests in Germany ends at the end of February, one month earlier … Read more