Health insurance does not have to cover health tourism costs in Turkey A man from Lower Saxony who was treated for Lyme disease in Turkey has to bear the costs himself. According to a current court ruling, the disease is also easy to treat in Germany. Therefore, the health insurance does not have to pay for treatment abroad.
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Lowering blood pressure naturally Many people with hypertension (hypertensives) would like to rely on less medication-lowering blood pressure. These people can be helped! Because often the lowering of blood pressure can also be achieved naturally. In some cases, the drugs are even superfluous in the long run.
How does the keto diet affect type 2 diabetes? A so-called keto diet includes very low amounts of carbohydrates and a high fat intake. Actually, people should simply lose weight through this diet, but apparently the keto diet also has a decisive disadvantage.
Soy protects bone health of post-menopausal women Researchers have now found that post-menopausal women should consume tofu regularly. Foods that are rich in soy, such as bean sprouts, miso and edamame beans, strengthen the bones of women who are no longer fertile.
These tricks help you fall asleep In long heat periods, evening ventilation is often no longer a refreshing effect. So that you can still get through the summer well rested, we have put together the best tricks for a good night's sleep at high temperatures. Choosing the right sleeping clothes is crucial for good sleep at nighttime heat.
Dog saliva can contain dangerous bacteria. Hardly a dog owner can not be "licked" off his own dog. The love between dog and owner knows no limits. The following incident could lead to rethinking. A man in the United States had to have his legs amputated because he infected a dog with dangerous “killer” bacteria.
Hundreds of people with black skin cancer in clinics - including young patients among them - There has been extreme sun in most regions of Germany and Europe in recent weeks. The associated strong UV exposure is considered a cause of the so-called malignant melanoma ("black skin cancer").
Is the injection for migraines finally coming? Migraine is a very strong one-sided headache. This neurological disorder affects about 10 percent of the population. Researchers have now submitted a drug for approval, which could protect people from migraines with a monthly injection.
Meditation study confirms the positive effects Already ten minutes of meditation are enough to solve cognitive tasks faster and more accurately than people who do not meditate. These are the results of a recent study on meditation. According to the researchers, people who have never meditated before should also benefit from short meditations.
Do boxer shorts protect fertility? There has been a long discussion among men about what type of underwear should be worn. An important argument in this discussion is the impact of worn underwear on fertility. Researchers are now looking into what underwear to wear to help produce healthy sperm.
Can we reverse aging soon? Many people wish that they can reverse their aging and be young again. Of course, this cannot be implemented in reality, but researchers have come a bit closer to this goal in experiments. They managed to reverse the aging of human cells.
Hand gel disinfectants with alcohol are becoming increasingly ineffective Especially in hospitals, disinfectants with alcohol are used to prevent the dangerous spread of germs and bacteria. However, these disinfectants seem to be increasingly ineffective against so-called super-pathogens.
Zucchini: Watch out for bitter taste! Zucchini is a light summer vegetable with few calories. Many also grow the delicious vegetables in the home garden. But sometimes there is a risk to life if zucchini and squash are grown themselves. In this article we show you to pay attention to.
Blood-sucking bed bugs back in Germany A few years ago, experts assumed that the blood-sucking bed bugs were actually eradicated in Germany. However, the number of reported cases has increased in recent years. Some pest control even speak of a real flood.
Artificial intelligence should be able to recognize over 50 eye diseases many of them could be effectively treated through early detection and therapy. A system based on deep learning could also help with diagnosis in the future.
Recall at Lidl: Salmonella discovered in organic eggs Salmonella has been discovered in organic eggs that were sold at the food discount store Lidl. These bacteria can cause severe gastrointestinal disorders. Certain batches of the product are now being recalled. Salmonella detected in eggs As the supermarket chain Lidl writes in a customer information, Eifrisch-Vermarktung GmbH & Co.
Cardiovascular system and blood sugar values improved: e-bikes recommended for diabetics The number of diabetes patients has been increasing massively for years. Scientists assume that in 2045 one in eight people worldwide will be affected by the metabolic disease. According to experts, sufferers should be physically active to improve their health.
Attention: The rugged, uneven skin of the avocado offers gathering places for pests and toxins. The avocado is still THE trend among superfoods. And thanks to its many vitamins and healthy, unsaturated fatty acids, it is perfectly manageable. It is so popular that on the 31st
The quarry pond is very popular - high temperatures stress people and fish. There is hardly anything better than the cool sweaty heat wave than cooling off in a bathing lake. However, the extreme temperatures often cause a relatively high water temperature. This not only affects refreshment for us humans, but also troubles the fish.
Intermittent fasting is the new diet trend. But does phase fasting deliver what it promises? We'll tell you who it is right for and who isn't, how does interval fasting work?
Middle-aged alcohol abstinence and heavy alcohol consumption increase the risk of dementia It has long been known that heavy alcohol consumption increases the risk of dementia enormously. However, there are also indications that low alcohol consumption can help prevent dementia. This has now been shown again in a study.