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Long-term care insurance is on the verge of financial collapse. CDU Health Minister Warken hopes to avert the worst with a reform. But there is also a great deal of discontent about it even within her own party.

Big Eyes and AI: What Robots Can Do in Healthcare

Wearing a knit cap and flashing a smile, “Paul” is winning over the hearts of residents at the Sonnenhof nursing home. But how far does that empathy go? How social robots are making an impact in everyday life at the nursing home—and where the limits and risks lie. | more

Telemedicine provides relief for children with cancer and their families

Children with cancer often have to go to the hospital during chemotherapy. A study now shows that many of these appointments can safely be replaced with video consultations, which significantly eases the burden on families. | more

Zwei neue Stores in den Marken-Outlets Schwarzheide

Die Marken-Outlets Schwarzheide-Mitte wachsen weiter: Mit PUMA und ONLY & SONS eröffnen am 30. Juli zwei neue Stores im vierten Outlet-Gebäude. Zur Eröffnung dürfen sich Besucher auf eine Aktionswoche mit Late-Night-Shopping und zusätzlichen Angeboten freuen. | more

Care in nursing homes to cost 300 euros more within a year

Nursing homes in Saxony cost, on average, nearly 300 euros more per month than they did a year ago. What are the reasons behind this increase, and how do these costs compare nationwide? | more

German Association of Cities shocked: Care reform places massive burden on municipalities

Care places are becoming more and more expensive - now, according to the Association of Cities and Towns, a new billion-euro burden is looming for local authorities. Why the planned reform could be explosive for many older people. | more

Multiple sclerosis: The neurologist comes via screen

For people with multiple sclerosis in rural areas, access to specialized medical care is often difficult. Dresden University Hospital is now launching a pilot project that brings neurological expertise directly to patients via video consultation. | more

Der Countdown läuft: Diese 120 Technik-Angebote gibt es nur noch bis Donnerstag

Apple-Notebook zum Einstiegspreis, ein Premium-QLED-TV mit mehr als 1.300 Euro Preisvorteil und ein Smartphone für unter 100 Euro: Die aktuellen Wochenangebote bei MEDIMAX Meißen bieten starke Technik zu außergewöhnlich günstigen Preisen. | more

After heart surgery: Leipzig study shows how ICU stays can be avoided

After heart surgery, intensive care treatment is often considered standard. But Herzzentrum Leipzig has been showing for 20 years that many patients can recover safely without it. A long-term study involving more than 20,000 patients found that a specialized recovery unit avoided ICU stays in nine out of ten cases — helping to relieve pressure on intensive care capacity. | more

Left-wing party calls for more checks in care homes

In some regions, the inspectorate visits less than a quarter of homes. The Left Party wants to change this. | more

Warum Führung ohne die richtige Haltung nicht gelingen kann

Die meisten Führungskräfte wissen, was gute Führung ausmacht. Sie kennen Kommunikationstechniken, besuchen Seminare und haben zahlreiche Managementbücher gelesen. Und doch geraten viele im Alltag immer wieder in Situationen, die sie verunsichern: schwierige Mitarbeitergespräche, Konflikte im Team, weitreichende Entscheidungen oder der Spagat zwischen wirtschaftlichem Druck und menschlicher Verantwortung. | more

Trade union announces protests for "Care Day"

Verdi and the Saxon Nursing Council criticize plans to cut nursing care. They fear that the quality of care will be jeopardized and that the burden on employees will increase. | more

New research project: Shaping the end of life yourself

What should the end of life look like - and who decides? A new project in Dresden is tackling precisely these questions. "KOMPASS 70+" by Volkssolidarität Dresden helps older people to shape the last phase of their lives in a self-determined way at an early stage. The Evangelische Hochschule Dresden is providing scientific support for the project. | more

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Gute Nachrichten tun gut. In unserem freitäglichen Good Newsletter bündeln wir die Geschichten, die Mut machen, inspirieren und zeigen, was in Sachsen vorangeht. Jetzt abonnieren und positive Nachrichten direkt ins Postfach bekommen. | more

Nursing home care is becoming more expensive - parliamentary groups call for reform

Care for the elderly in Germany is becoming a nursing case. As co-payments continue to rise in homes in Saxony too, calls for reform are getting louder and louder. | more

Nursing home care is becoming more expensive - Saxony at almost 3,000 euros

Who pays when nursing home care becomes more and more expensive? What the association is calling for and how Saxony compares with the rest of Germany. | more

Ohne sie steht alles still – jetzt holen wir Sachsens Alltagshelden auf die große Bühne

In jedem Verein, in jeder Straße, in jedem Treppenhaus gibt es diesen einen Menschen, der einfach da ist – ohne Bezahlung, ohne Applaus, oft ohne ein einziges Dankeschön. DIE SACHSEN NEWS startet eine neue Serie und sucht genau diese Menschen: Sachsens Alltagshelden. Und die Chancen stehen gut, dass Sie selbst schon eine oder einen kennen. | more

Association of Cities: Review social standards - "Money is everything"

Local authorities are sounding the alarm: social costs are rising rapidly and their deficits are growing. President of the German Association of Cities Jung calls for fundamental reforms and more digitalization. | more

6G network: TU Dresden researches the future of mobile communications

TU Dresden is developing the sixth generation of mobile communications with TU Munich. From 2030, 6G should enable remote care robots and operations. The focus is on the connection between man and machine. The Federal Ministry of Education and Research is funding the project with 25 million euros. | more

Bestickte Windel oder Windeltorte? Dresdnerin fertigt individuelle Geschenke zur Geburt

In Dresden-Pieschen fertigt Andrea Rehn im Zentralwerk personalisierte Geschenke für frischgebackene Eltern und deren Familien. Besonders gefragt sind bestickte Windeln mit Geburtsdaten sowie kreative Windeltorten – und das nicht nur online, sondern auch deutschlandweit über DM-Märkte. Jetzt gibt es 10 Prozent Rabatt im Shop. | more

Significant increase in health insurance expenditure in Saxony

In 2023, the statutory health insurance funds in Saxony spent more money. A particularly large amount of money is spent on medication - and the number of insured persons continues to grow. | more

Wage increase for Saxony's nursing staff

Nursing staff in Saxony are being paid more for their work. Their wages have recently risen more than the national average. Nevertheless, a number of federal states are paying more. | more

Zahnarzt in Budapest: Behandlung bis zu 70 % günstiger als in Deutschland

Zahnbehandlungen können in Deutschland schnell zur finanziellen Belastung werden. Besonders bei Implantaten, Kronen, Brücken oder umfangreichem Zahnersatz liegen die Kosten häufig im vierstelligen Bereich. Viele Patienten stehen dann vor einer schwierigen Entscheidung: Behandlung durchführen lassen und hohe Eigenanteile zahlen – oder den Eingriff aufschieben, obwohl er medizinisch sinnvoll wäre. | more

More and more people in need of care are dependent on state assistance

In Saxony, more and more people in need of care require state support. The cost of a place in a home is rising. What does this mean for those affected and their families? | more

End of care level 1? - A good 58,000 Saxons would be affected

If care level 1 is abolished, more than 58,000 Saxons could have to do without important subsidies. What this means for independence in old age - and why the VdK is sounding the alarm. | more

Zwei neue Stores in den Marken-Outlets Schwarzheide

Die Marken-Outlets Schwarzheide-Mitte wachsen weiter: Mit PUMA und ONLY & SONS eröffnen am 30. Juli zwei neue Stores im vierten Outlet-Gebäude. Zur Eröffnung dürfen sich Besucher auf eine Aktionswoche mit Late-Night-Shopping und zusätzlichen Angeboten freuen. | more

Diakonie wants fundamental reform of care financing

In the view of the Protestant Welfare Association, a flat-rate cap on care costs does not solve the structural problems. Partially comprehensive insurance could serve as a model for the new regulation. | more

Costs for nursing home residents increased again

People in need of care have to dig deeper and deeper into their pockets in Saxony. However, care home costs are even higher in other federal states. | more

Der Countdown läuft: Diese 120 Technik-Angebote gibt es nur noch bis Donnerstag

Apple-Notebook zum Einstiegspreis, ein Premium-QLED-TV mit mehr als 1.300 Euro Preisvorteil und ein Smartphone für unter 100 Euro: Die aktuellen Wochenangebote bei MEDIMAX Meißen bieten starke Technik zu außergewöhnlich günstigen Preisen. | more

Multilingual event: Welcome to school

Free online event for parents of non-German speakers about starting school in Leipzig. | more

Left party sounds the alarm: too few controls in care

Deficiencies in the handling of medicines, hygiene and staffing were reported in nursing homes in 2024. However, only around one in three homes was inspected. Too few, says the Left Party. | more

Warum Führung ohne die richtige Haltung nicht gelingen kann

Die meisten Führungskräfte wissen, was gute Führung ausmacht. Sie kennen Kommunikationstechniken, besuchen Seminare und haben zahlreiche Managementbücher gelesen. Und doch geraten viele im Alltag immer wieder in Situationen, die sie verunsichern: schwierige Mitarbeitergespräche, Konflikte im Team, weitreichende Entscheidungen oder der Spagat zwischen wirtschaftlichem Druck und menschlicher Verantwortung. | more

Adjustment of daycare fees from June: What parents need to know

From June 2025, daycare fees for parents will increase in Leipzig. We explain the background and impact on families. | more

Wave-Gotik-Treffen 2025: Tips and information for visitors in Leipzig

The Wave-Gotik-Treffen 2025 will once again bring thousands of fans of the black scene to Leipzig. Find out everything you need to know about the start of the festival. | more

DIE SACHSEN NEWSletter abonnieren

Gute Nachrichten tun gut. In unserem freitäglichen Good Newsletter bündeln wir die Geschichten, die Mut machen, inspirieren und zeigen, was in Sachsen vorangeht. Jetzt abonnieren und positive Nachrichten direkt ins Postfach bekommen. | more

High care costs cause resentment and demands

Care becomes a care case itself. The vast majority of those affected cannot afford to pay high personal contributions for accommodation in a care home. Resentment is growing. | more

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