Number of drug-related deaths on the rise - Left for more prevention
Every year, people die from drug use in Saxony. Last year, most drug-related deaths occurred in one city in particular.
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Every year, people die from drug use in Saxony. Last year, most drug-related deaths occurred in one city in particular.
The infectious disease occurs worldwide and is rare in Germany. However, the number of cases has recently increased in Saxony.
Despite the all-clear, there should be no complacency. The risk of foot-and-mouth disease spreading in Germany is considered to have been averted. Nevertheless, there are calls for better prevention.
Spring is coming, the flu is leaving. The health authorities are registering a significant decrease in influenza cases in Saxony. But the level is still comparatively high.
Due to the infection of two people, the health authorities tested around 160 people in the vicinity of a daycare center in Dresden. Another case was discovered in the process.
It is estimated that well over one million people worldwide die from tuberculosis every year. Yet the disease is preventable and curable. In Saxony, the number of cases has recently risen again.
The winter vacations have slowed down the flu epidemic in Saxony. Although the number of respiratory infections is falling slightly, it is still at a high level.
Two cases of tuberculosis have been registered in Dresden. All children and childcare staff at a daycare center are now being tested.
The tick season starts particularly early this year. This is shown by the infection figures for Lyme disease in Saxony. There is also already a first case of TBE.
Corona reached the Free State of Saxony five years ago. Social Affairs Minister Petra Köpping is now proposing that the federal government set up a commission of inquiry.
In the coronavirus era, great hopes were pinned on vaccinations, but there was also a lot of criticism - especially in Saxony. According to infectiologists, this still has consequences today.
Saxony has been struggling with African swine fever since 2020. However, there has not been a new case for months. Now there is a sick wild boar in the district of Bautzen.
During the coronavirus pandemic, millions of people pinned their hopes on a vaccination. Those who suffered damage to their health can apply for compensation. The number is comparatively low.
The current flu season in Saxony is getting worse. The number of respiratory infections is rising sharply - and influenza is driving the trend.
Saxony needs more GPs in rural areas. Incentives are provided by a rural doctor quota. Interested candidates do not have to have brilliant grades, but they do have to make a long-term commitment.
The current flu season in Saxony is getting worse. The number of respiratory infections is rising sharply - and influenza is driving the trend.
Following the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in Brandenburg, the situation has eased. Events with cloven-hoofed animals may be registered again in North Saxony.
On average, a DAK policyholder was absent from work due to illness for 20 days last year. The vast majority of absences were due to three types of illness.
With the end of the Christmas vacations, the number of flu cases in Saxony increases significantly - as does the number of deaths.
Whooping cough has been rampant in Saxony for months. The disease is highly contagious and easily transmitted when coughing, sneezing or talking - and there is a risk of pneumonia.
In Thuringia, Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt, more people have been diagnosed with alcohol addiction in recent years. Men and women in the second half of life are particularly affected.
Following the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in a herd of buffalo in Brandenburg, the Saxon Farmers' Association is concerned. It advises the consistent application of hygiene measures.
Saxony is trying to secure medical care away from the big cities by introducing a quota for rural doctors. Now those interested can apply for a place again.
After the expected decline in reported respiratory illnesses over the holidays, the number of cases is on the rise again. The responsible authorities see the start of the seasonal flu epidemic.
Following the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in a herd of buffalo in Brandenburg, the authorities in Saxony are on alert.
The hoped-for boost in organ donations failed to materialize in 2024. This is also a problem in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia, as new figures show.
Saxony reports significant progress in the fight against African swine fever. What is the current situation?
Respiratory diseases continue to increase - also in Saxony. Corona is still dominating the situation. But other viruses are also rampant.
The incidence of respiratory infections in Saxony remains at a high level. Corona viruses continue to dominate the situation - but influenza is also on the rise.
Scarlet fever diagnoses increased significantly in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia last year. Doctors believe this is due to catch-up effects following the coronavirus pandemic.
Colds, coughs, fever, aching limbs - respiratory infections continue to increase in Saxony. Corona viruses are still dominating the situation. However, the number of infections has recently decreased.
Blood donations have been declining since mid-October. The supply is still secure, but if fewer people come to donate on just a few days, the depots could quickly be used up.
For many young people, alcohol is part and parcel of parties, discos and leisure activities. Health experts are countering this with prevention campaigns. Does that help?
The blood bank at Leipzig University Hospital is running short of blood due to the wave of colds. The clinic is therefore asking for donations.
West Nile virus infections often go unnoticed because infected people rarely develop symptoms. Tests on blood donors reveal some of the cases.
Tick activity decreases with the cold season. Nevertheless, caution is still advised. The number of TBE cases so far this year is significantly higher than in 2023.
Saxony has been struggling with African swine fever since 2020. Veterinarians from central Germany have now trained for an emergency during an exercise: the virus spreading to domestic pigs.
Following an outbreak of avian influenza, colloquially known as bird flu, parts of the Vogtland region were required to keep poultry indoors. Now ducks, geese and chickens are allowed outside again.
On Friday, the state parliament will vote on the establishment of committees of inquiry into coronavirus policy. However, the CDU and SPD want to take a different approach.
Saxons are notoriously vaccine-hungry. This is also evident when it comes to coronavirus. The immunization rate is unchanged - but a few more people have boosters.
The spread of bird flu has been prevented for the time being in Markranstädt near Leipzig. The risk of infection is still classified as high.
Colds, coughs, fever and aching limbs: it's flu season in Saxony. The number of respiratory infections is rising - but influenza viruses continue to play only a minor role.
The cold season marks the start of the flu season. Weeks earlier, the authorities had already registered an increase in respiratory infections - especially beyond influenza.
The coronavirus pandemic is still causing a stir today. In Saxony, people are arguing about the right way to deal with it. The AfD and BSW believe the task lies with a committee of inquiry.
Representatives of all parties in the Saxon state parliament have spoken out in favor of dealing with the coronavirus pandemic. However, the appropriate means of doing so is controversial.
Avian influenza, colloquially known as bird flu, can cause major problems for livestock farmers. This is because it is highly contagious for domestic poultry. There is now an outbreak in Saxony.
After a first case of bluetongue disease at the beginning of September, there are further outbreaks in the district of Central Saxony. A total of 14 cases of the animal disease have been registered.
African swine fever has been further contained in Saxony. However, the all-clear is not yet in sight.
No fewer than 14 children fell ill with measles in the Vogtland region at the beginning of the year. Since then, there has only been one more case. Nevertheless, the number of cases is far higher than in 2023.
The risk of West Nile virus infection increases in summer. A disease is also dangerous for horses.
Bluetongue disease has been detected in a dead sheep in Saxony. There has been an increase in cases of serotype 3 in Germany since the beginning of July.
Donating and receiving blood is based on solidarity. A generational change is now imminent - baby boomers are increasingly turning from donors into recipients. Now the next generation is in demand.
Bluetongue has been spreading among cattle and sheep in Germany since the beginning of July. There is now a case in the district of Leipzig.
So far, there has been no known case of the current bluetongue disease in cattle or sheep. However, the Vogtland district has now reported a suspected case.
If you want to refresh yourself on a summer's day, you will have to do without the cool water in the Pirk reservoir. The health authority warns of blue-green algae.
Bluetongue has not yet been detected in cattle and sheep in Saxony. However, following an outbreak in Saxony-Anhalt, the state is taking precautionary measures.
Whooping cough has been rampant in Saxony for months. It mainly affects children, teenagers and young adults.
After 166 days following the announcement of his testicular cancer, Niklas Kreuzer was substituted for the first time and celebrated a 3:2 victory for his team at MSV Duisburg.