(de-news.net) – As of today, pregnant individuals who experience a miscarriage from the 13th week of gestation onward are legally entitled to maternity leave, following the enactment of a legislative amendment. This marks the first instance in which affected individuals are afforded a statutorily guaranteed…

(de-news.net) – Regarding the German government’s proposal to set weekly instead of daily maximum working hours, a study of the trade union-affiliated Hans Böckler Foundation has warned of that the change could increase sick days and intensify stress in balancing work and family life. Earlier,…

(de-news.net) – Germany’s Minister for Family Affairs, Karin Prien (CDU), has expressed the intention to introduce the new social benefit of a caregivers’ allowance as a form of wage replacement for family members undertaking caregiving responsibilities. In media statements, she reportedly explained this by stating…

(de-news.net) – Federal Minister of Education and Research, Karin Prien, has announced the establishment of a scientific expert commission which is to examine the use of smartphones in schools. She emphasized that this use of mobile phones constitutes a significant challenge, particularly concerning the concentration…

(de-news.net) – Federal Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil (SPD) has announced “fundamental and bold” structural reforms for social insurance but vowed to initially stabilize struggling health and long-term care insurance by the use of federal funds. He acknowledged the urgent need for stabilization, emphasizing that long-term…

(de-news.net) – Researchers at Friedrich Schiller University Jena, in collaboration with international partners, have developed an advanced computational tool designed to markedly enhance the efficiency of viral genetic analysis. The software, termed Vclust, is capable of processing millions of viral genomes within a matter of…

(de-news.net) – Patients, medical doctors, and clinics throughout Germany will be able to use electronic patient records starting at the end of the month. This follows a test phase. As Federal Health Minister Lauterbach wrote to the agency responsible for technical implementation, the security measures…

(de-news.net) – This week, police in many parts of Germany are intensifying speed monitoring of drivers and other road users, aiming to enhance road safety. Speed checks are notably being conducted near schools and construction zones. According to the German Automobile Association (ADAC), 14 of…

(de-news.net) – Acting Federal Health Minister Karl Lauterbach (SPD) anticipates that the hospital reform will endure under a black-red coalition government, given that the reduction of clinics is largely a consensus. Lauterbach hence expects minimal adjustments to the reform following coalition negotiations. He emphasized the…

(de-news.net) – In light of the multi-billion deficit in statutory health insurance, the health insurance funds has urged the Union and SPD to agree on drastic measures to stabilize finances during their coalition negotiations. Doris Pfeiffer, head of the health insurance association, emphasized the need…

(de-news.net) – The German statutory health insurance funds have successfully implemented the introduction of electronic patient records, resulting in the creation of over 70 million records. With the exception of those who have opted out, nearly all insured individuals now possess their own personal electronic…

(de-news.net) – A mental health prevention initiative instituted by the Federal Ministry for Family Affairs has demonstrated positive outcomes within schools. According to a study conducted by the University of Leipzig, stakeholders including coaches, school administrators, students, and organizational representatives expressed considerable satisfaction with the…