Court Overturns Ruling: FOCUS Doctor Seals Remain Valid
The Munich court has overturned the ban on FOCUS doctor seals—recommended physicians may continue to display their distinction publicly.
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Leadership Change at Netdoktor
Philipp Winkens becomes Digital Director Health at BurdaVerlag, taking over from Jens Richter, who transitions to environmental leadership.
OTC Market 2025 Continues Growth
The OTC market saw solid growth again in 2024, affirming its role as a key pillar of Germany’s healthcare system. Every second medicine sold in pharmacies is now non-prescription.
Pharmacies Embrace Digitalization and AI
Digital tools are becoming essential in pharmacies, as shown in the latest APOkix report. AI, in particular, is seen as key to the sector’s future.
UV Protection Saves Skin – May Is Skin Cancer Awareness Month
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and a powerful UV camera campaign highlights where sunscreen protects – and where it doesn’t.
„Men, We Have a Problem!“ – New Cancer Awareness Campaign Launched
With strong celebrity backing, yeswecan!cer and HanseMerkur are launching a nationwide awareness campaign urging men to take cancer prevention seriously.
Biotech: Startup Boom, Revenue Slump
Following a record year for startup funding in 2024, Germany’s biotech industry is now facing declining revenues and a sudden drop in investor interest in early 2025.