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The DiGA e-prescription pilot reveals significant shortcomings in the redemption process. The SVDGV calls for targeted adjustments before a nationwide rollout.
The ZAW expects continued growth in the German advertising market in 2025, but warns of clearly declining momentum. Economic uncertainty and a lack of political growth impulses are increasingly weighing on the industry.
With its new campaign “Your Twin Needs You,” the AKB Foundation highlights the life-saving importance of stem cell donation and calls on people to register. Emotional donor–recipient stories show how genetic twins save lives.
Roche has started the move-in process for its new Diagnostics Innovation Center in Penzberg, marking a strong commitment to the future of medical research. Around 1,000 employees will develop groundbreaking diagnostic solutions there.
On December 1, 2025, the Federal Ministry of Health launched its new information campaign on the electronic patient record. The initiative aims to build trust, clarify open questions, and significantly increase ePA usage.
At the 2025 Health Care Day, the “Good Health 2030” initiative presented its comprehensive results report to Federal Minister of Health Nina Warken, outlining concrete reform approaches for a sustainable and modern healthcare system.
This year’s Herbert Lewin Award recognizes two scientific studies offering new insights into the role of medicine and medical professionals during the Nazi era. The award underscores the importance of historical analysis and remembrance culture.
STADA has appointed Ole Wendler Pedersen as its new Executive Vice President Legal and General Counsel. With more than two decades of international experience, he is set to further enhance the company’s global legal organization.
FUNKE becomes an official cooperation partner of the awareness campaign colourUp4RARE and supports the #ZebraChallenge for Rare Disease Day 2026. The goal is to increase visibility, understanding and tangible improvements for people with rare diseases.
With a new nationwide campaign, the Federal Ministry for Family Affairs is drawing attention to the growing societal challenge of loneliness and showing how small gestures can strengthen everyday connection.
A new DAK study shows that cancer and dementia remain the top concerns among Germans, while health literacy continues to decline. Men, in particular, make too little use of preventive screenings.
Pharma Germany elected three new board members at its 71st General Assembly. The expansion aims to further strengthen the association’s strategic position.
At this year’s Focus Salon in Berlin, representatives from politics, media, and civil society discussed femicides and new strategies to protect affected women. The event sends a clear signal against indifference.
COPD affects millions in Germany – many are unaware of their condition. World COPD Day highlights the importance of early diagnosis and modern care pathways.
dm is preparing to launch its own mail-order pharmacy, expanding its role as a healthcare provider. At the same time, the company is accelerating its investments in digitalization, omnichannel services, and store modernization.
The new GSK initiative “BACK TO YOU” offers practical support, inspiration and emotional guidance for people living with Multiple Myeloma and their families—especially during relapse phases. A card set, a video podcast and active social media channels accompany patients on their path back to greater strength.
The German Medical Association joins the UN campaign “Orange the World” and calls for greater protection, awareness, and low-threshold support offers for women affected by violence. Physicians play a key role in victim protection.
New WIdO findings released for “Cancer Prevention Day” show a clear link between HPV vaccination and fewer conisations. AOK and the German Cancer Society call for higher vaccination rates and consistent participation in screening examinations.
During an inspiring evening, TUMFast students discussed the opportunities and challenges of Artificial Intelligence in the media industry with Dr. Marc Al-Hames at Hubert Burda Media.
