Reimbursable Medications for Smoking Cessation Approved

Patients with severe tobacco addiction can now receive reimbursable medications like nicotine or varenicline as part of certified cessation programs.

ITM Secures Up to $262.5M in Financing from Blue Owl

ITM secures up to $262.5M from Blue Owl to support the commercialization of ITM-11 and expand its radiopharmaceutical pipeline.

Health Policy in the Spotlight: German Medical Assembly in Leipzig

The 129th German Medical Assembly is bringing healthcare policy to Leipzig – with Health Minister Nina Warken and topics like AI, fee regulation, and abortion on the agenda.

Hope for Pulmonary Fibrosis Patients: New Drug Candidate Emerges

With Nerandomilast, Boehringer Ingelheim presents a groundbreaking drug candidate that could transform the treatment of pulmonary fibrosis. Phase III studies show first positive results in over a decade.

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.

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.

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.

Public Concern Over Environmental Health Risks Declining, Says AOK Study

According to the latest WIdOmonitor by AOK, public awareness of environmental risks and their impact on health is steadily declining. Air pollution in particular is viewed with less concern.

Paul-Ehrlich-Institut Launches Digital Awareness Campaign Against Misinformation

The German Paul-Ehrlich-Institut is countering vaccine misinformation with a new digital campaign: #ImpfstoffFakten (VaccinationFacts) vs. Myths.

DocID Launches a New Era for HCP Verification and Pharma-Marketing

An innovative platform that offers a compliant way for HCP verification combined with a powerful pharma and healthcare marketing toolkit.