Destatis: Approximately 230,428 Deaths Recorded in Germany in Q3 2026
Provisional Destatis figures indicate approximately 230,428 deaths in Q3 2026, with weekly peaks during summer heatwaves exceeding prior four-year averages.
Health
All publications and key updates in the "Health" category.
vzbv Survey: 71% of Insured Unaware of Health Insurers' Data Analysis
A forsa survey of 1,024 statutory health insurance members found that 71% did not know insurers could analyze claims data; 57% deemed the practice improper.
German Cabinet Approves Long-Term Care Insurance Reform Bill
The draft maintains the baseline long-term care contribution rate of 3.6% and raises the surcharge for childless individuals by 0.3 percentage points from 2027. Commission proposals are expected by late January 2027.
FAZ Reports on Debate Over Reducing Child Sick Days in Germany
According to FAZ, the Minister of Health advocates returning the child sick leave allowance from 15 to 10 days per parent. The outlet describes a political intention rather than an enacted policy.
2027 Social Security Parameters and Health Insurance Reform: Labor Ministry Draft and Contribution Debate
Germany's Federal Ministry of Labor published the draft social insurance parameters for 2027, while the coalition consults on stabilizing health fund contributions.
Germany accelerates recognition of doctors' and nurses' diplomas
The Bundestag passed a law for accelerated recognition of medical qualifications. How Ukrainian doctors and nurses can start working in their profession in Germany faster.
Health insurance for Ukrainians in Germany: new rules from June 1
Medicine for Ukrainians in Germany: a revolution from June 1. How to get insurance and what to prepare for? Today, June 1, 2022, a new, long-awaited page opens in the history of the adaptation of Ukrainians in