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16.10.2026German Cancer Research Center Publishes HPV AtlasThe “HPV Atlas Germany 2026” compiles current data on human papillomaviruses (HPV), HPV-related cancers, and their prevention—including six strategies for improving prevention efforts.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
16.10.2026Federal Cabinet Gives Green Light to Sugar-Sweetened Beverage TaxSo it’s finally happening: The Federal Cabinet has approved a draft resolution for the governing parties on the introduction of a sugar-sweetened beverage tax. According to the resolution, a two-tier model is to take effect on July 1, 2027.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
16.10.2026Pharmacists Present Strategy for Crisis PreparednessIn the event of a crisis, pharmacies also play an important role—experts agreed on this point at a symposium held by the Federal Chamber of Pharmacists (BAK) in Berlin.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
16.10.2026At the Intersection of Innovation and Clinical ValueInnovation opens up new possibilities, but the key criterion for evaluating it remains the question of clinical value. The 2026 DG PARO Annual Meeting provided an up-to-date overview.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
16.10.2026Bundestag Approves Emergency ReformThe Bundestag has passed the Emergency Care Reform Act. The goal is to achieve targeted patient flow management by connecting all service providers and digitizing processes.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
15.10.2026Jaw necrosis in one out of every eight patients taking denosumabA Finnish registry study shows that drug-induced osteonecrosis of the jaw is common among breast cancer patients with bone metastases who are receiving antiresorptive therapy.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
15.10.2026The GKV Estimation Committee Presents Its Forecast for 2026 and 2027For 2027, the committee expects the Health Fund's revenue to total 320.7 billion euros. The experts anticipate that the average supplementary contribution rate will remain unchanged at 2.9 percent.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
15.10.2026German Medical Association Criticizes Vaccination Training for PharmacistsThe German Medical Association considers the planned crash course to train pharmacists to administer non-live vaccines to be insufficient.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
15.10.2026RISE and secunet are providing updatesAffected practices should check whether a connector update is available and have it installed immediately. However, restarts outside of a scheduled connector update process should still be avoided.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
14.10.2026"New digital approaches must provide added value for dental practices"At today's hearing on the draft of the new Digital Act (GeDIG), the Federal Association of Statutory Health Insurance Dentists (KZBV) called for greater incorporation of the expertise of the self-governing bodies.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
14.10.2026Changes in the Oral Microbiome in Long COVIDStudy results show that people with Long COVID have characteristic changes in the microbiome of their lungs and mouths that are associated with cognitive and gastrointestinal symptoms.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
13.10.2026Do not restart Secunet or RISE connectors!On the advice of gematik, Secunet or RISE connectors should not be restarted under any circumstances at this time. Instead, medical practices should enable the automatic firmware update.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
13.10.2026Trust in science is actually decliningTrust in science has declined since the COVID pandemic and, according to the latest findings from the world's largest study on the subject, is now below 2018 levels.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
13.10.2026Menopause becomes noticeable physiologically earlier than expectedAccording to a recent study, the changes associated with menopause begin earlier than previously thought and also have a much more abrupt effect on the body's various systems than assumed.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
13.10.2026Is registered mail with drop-off service safe again?The notice of termination has been written and sent—but has it actually been received by the employee? The Federal Labor Court recently raised doubts about registered mail with return receipt. The VDAA explains the legal situation.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
12.10.2026“A general obligation on the part of hospitals is not enough”The German Medical Association warns that the quality of care is at risk and calls for binding standards for physician staffing levels.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
12.10.2026Digital Tool Aims to Ensure the Best Possible Antibiotic TreatmentThe Robert Koch Institute, in collaboration with the Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices, has introduced a tool designed to counteract treatment failure and the spread of resistance in pathogens.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
12.10.2026EU Agriculture Ministers Want to Prevent a Sugar TaxDespite positive effects abroad, agriculture ministers from the Union have spoken out against the introduction of a sugar tax. They warn of economic consequences and are counting on individual responsibility.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
11.10.2026Tacheles Days in KasselTwo themes ran like a common thread through the delegates’ discussions: the political pressure currently facing the freelance sector and the need for internal reform within the FVDZ.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
09.10.2026Absences due to mental health conditions have risen by 42 percent over the past ten yearsAbsences due to mental health conditions have risen by nearly 42 percent over the past ten years. This is shown in the 2026 Absence Report published by the AOK Scientific Institute (WIdO).zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
09.10.2026Private health insurers are also expecting premium increasesIn 2025, benefit expenditures in the private health insurance sector rose significantly once again, as did those in the statutory health insurance sector. Holger Eich, managing director and chief actuary of the Private Health Insurance Association, analyzes this trend.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
09.10.202638th DGZMK/BZÄK Award Presented in LisbonThe DGZMK/BZÄK Award, sponsored by Dentsply Sirona, was presented for the first time on the international stage this year in cooperation with the CED-IADR at its annual congress in Lisbon.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
09.10.2026Political decisions are dampening doctors' spiritsSentiment among the medical community plummeted significantly in the third quarter of 2026, according to the Health Foundation’s sentiment barometer. Political decisions and legal regulations were cited as sources of frustration.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
09.10.2026Healthcare costs have risen to about 528 billion eurosIn 2024, illnesses and health problems resulted in direct costs of 528.5 billion euros. That is 7.6 percent more than in the previous year. Half of these costs are attributable to the 65-and-older age group.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
08.10.2026Saxon Startup Unveils New Ultrasonic Tooth CleanerThe startup dentson GmbH has developed an ultrasonic dental cleaner designed to remove plaque even in areas that toothbrushes cannot reach. The product is expected to be available as early as spring 2027.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
08.10.2026High-income earners will pay higher contributions to statutory health insurance and Social Security in 2027For high-income earners, the contribution assessment ceilings for statutory health and pension insurance are set to rise as of January 1, 2027. This is according to a regulation approved by the Cabinet.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
08.10.2026The inflation adjustment bonus must also apply to minimum-wage earnersIf employers exclude minimum-wage earners from an additional, voluntarily granted benefit, this violates the principle of equal treatment under labor law.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
08.10.2026About 8 percent of those insured under the statutory health insurance system actively use the ePAAccording to gematik, only 5.85 million insured individuals are currently actively using their ePA, based on the number of registered health IDs. Nevertheless, 9 out of 10 respondents to the BfDI Data Barometer survey want to keep their ePA.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
08.10.2026Change at the Top of the DGZThe General Assembly of the German Society for Dental Preservation (DGZ) has elected a new president: Prof. Dr. Nadine Schlüter from Hanover.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
07.10.2026Federal Government Wants to Impose Harsher Penalties for Attacks on Doctors and Emergency RespondersTo impose stricter penalties in the future for assaults on certain professional groups, such as doctors, the Federal Cabinet has approved a draft bill. The aim is to tighten criminal law.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
07.10.2026By 2045, only 81.8 million people will be living in GermanyThe Berlin Institute for Population and Development has evaluated all 400 districts and independent cities in Germany and has concluded that the population is shrinking again.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
07.10.2026New Delabeling Pass Is Intended to Document a Disproved Penicillin AllergyThe Penicillin Allergy Network Germany (PANDA) has developed a penicillin allergy delabeling passport for patients. The goal is to avoid the use of alternative antibiotics, which are often harmful.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
07.10.2026More than two-thirds of all freshmen stay in their home stateAccording to the Federal Statistical Office, exactly 69 percent of first-year college students begin their studies in the same state where they earned their high school diploma.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
06.10.2026Avoiding sweets during antibiotic treatment protects the gut microbiomeA new study by researchers at City of Hope suggests that a low-sugar diet may help protect the microbiome during antibiotic treatment.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
06.10.2026Health insurance plans are to resume informing members about premium increases in the futureThe federal government plans to revise the statutory health insurance reform. Under the plan, health insurance providers will once again be required to notify policyholders of premium increases. The government also plans to implement reimbursement reductions for digital health applications (DiGA).zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
06.10.2026FDA Warns Against Unauthorized Aligner ProvidersThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers about the risks posed by online aligner providers whose treatments are administered without the involvement of dentists or orthodontists.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
05.10.2026Prices for medical supplies are rising by two percentPrices for consumables rose again in the third quarter. Compared with the previous quarter, the price index increased by 2 percent. Over the past year, the increase totals nearly 7 percent.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
05.10.2026The German Medical Association Calls for the Swift Introduction of a Sugar TaxThe German Medical Association has called on the federal government to swiftly implement a tiered tax on sugar-sweetened beverages and to stop further delaying the relevant legislation.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
05.10.2026apoBank is selling its minority stake in ZA AGapoBank has transferred its 24.9 percent stake in ZA Zahnärztliche Abrechnungsgesellschaft Düsseldorf AG (ZA AG) to Zahnärztliche Abrechnungsgenossenschaft eG (ZA eG).zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
05.10.2026DG PARO/meridol Awards and Grants PresentedOutstanding scientific publications and research projects were honored at the 2026 Annual Meeting of the German Society of Periodontology (DG PARO) in Heidelberg.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
03.10.2026Great Cinema for DentistryAt the opening of Dental Berlin, Dr. Bianca Göpner-Fleige, president of the Berlin Dental Association, and BZÄK President Dr. Romy Ermler discussed how the dental profession can have a greater impact on policy.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
02.10.2026HPV caused approximately 750,000 new cases of cancer in 2024The human papillomavirus (HPV), which can cause head and neck cancer, was the second-leading infectious cause of cancer worldwide in 2024, according to the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) in Lyon.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
02.10.2026Doctors' salaries are rising—but so is dissatisfactionDoctors in Germany most recently earned an average of about 163,300 euros. The salary report also found that many of those surveyed feel their income is not adequate.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
02.10.2026This applies when recruiting healthcare professionals from abroadRecruitment is only permitted if there is no “critical shortage” of health care and nursing staff in the countries of origin, the government replied in response to a parliamentary question from the Left Party.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
01.10.202631,000 euros for a master's degree without a diploma?For years, a university has been offering a part-time master’s program in orthodontics in Luxembourg. However, the institution is not accredited, and the degree is likely worthless. How can this happen?zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
01.10.2026Gender Differences in Oral DiseasesDo oral health conditions differ between women and men? An analysis of two large U.S. health databases provides numerous insights into this question—but also reveals conflicting results.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
01.10.2026Childless people will pay more in the futureThe Federal Cabinet has passed the Act on the Restructuring of Long-Term Care Insurance (PNOG). The aim is to put long-term care insurance back on a more stable financial footing.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
01.10.2026Award-Winning Telediagnostics Using Smart Glasses in Geriatric CareAs part of the 40th Annual Meeting of the German Society for Conservative Dentistry (DGZ), the dgpzm-elmex® Research Fund, worth 15,000 euros, was awarded on September 17.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
30.09.2026New profiler can better identify bacterial species in samplesThe Helmholtz Center for Infection Research (HZI) has developed a new taxonomic profiler that can be used to identify bacterial species in microbiomes “accurately” in terms of both quality and quantity.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
30.09.2026"Visits to the dentist can save lives"The American Dental Association’s (ADA) first “Living Guideline” confirms that a clinical examination of the oral cavity combined with a biopsy is the gold standard for detecting and confirming early-stage oral cancer.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
30.09.2026Sauerkraut for Oral and Digestive HealthA recent review article highlights the potential of fermented plant-based foods for new microbiome-based dietary strategies to support oral and gut health.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
29.09.2026Why Table Tennis Helps People with Parkinson's DiseaseThe PingPongParkinson World Championships highlight the positive effects of table tennis for people with Parkinson's disease. Studies show that this sport with the small ball helps keep tremors under control.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
29.09.2026Do Mixed-Reality Lectures Make Dental Students Sick?Zurich was one of the first dental schools in Europe to conduct an entire lecture using mixed-reality technology. How did the students react to this immersive learning experience?zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
28.09.2026Sugar consumption in early childhood may contribute to anxietySugar consumption during the first 1,000 days of a child's life increases the risk of developing anxiety in adulthood, according to a new study from the University of Surrey.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
28.09.2026People with dental problems are afraid of musculoskeletal painMany dental students in the U.S. are concerned that they will experience musculoskeletal pain during their careers. Those who had received training in ergonomics reported fewer symptoms.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
28.09.2026Dentists Refuse to Use Cheap Dental Implants from China—and Get Fired!In Nantes, France, a dental chain fired five dentists without notice because they refused to install dental prostheses from China. The practice was forced to close, leaving 6,000 patients without care.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
25.09.2026Doctors' fees rise by 2.2 percentThe KBV and the GKV-Spitzenverband have agreed in the Valuation Committee to raise the reference rate. As a result, fees for medical and psychotherapeutic services will increase by 2.2 percent in 2027.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
25.09.2026Thuringia Dental Conference: “From Root to Crown”More than 900 participants are gathering in Weimar through Saturday for the Thuringian Dentists' Conference. In addition to the dental program, there is a wide range of activities for students, apprentices, dental technicians, and dental assistants.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
25.09.2026Investigative Team Reveals New Details on Losses in the MillionsViolations of internal rules and losses totaling around 100 million euros at just three small health insurance companies: An investigation by NDR, WDR, and SZ reveals new details about the financial scandal involving health insurance companies and the Association of Statutory Health Insurance Physicians (KVen).zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
24.09.2026Is having a higher-paid coworker enough to justify a higher salary?If a coworker earns more for doing the same work, this can play an important role in establishing a claim for equal pay. But does that mean employees are entitled to the salary of their highest-paid coworker?zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
24.09.2026"The most successful treatment begins before the illness sets in"On the occasion of Dental Health Day 2026, the German Dental Association is calling for policymakers to place significantly greater emphasis on health promotion and prevention.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
24.09.2026Linnemann Focuses on Prevention, Reducing Bureaucracy, and DigitalizationFrom the handling of nicotine pouches to the planned healthcare reform: In his first government question-and-answer session, Carsten Linnemann answered questions from members of the legislature and presented his policy guidelines.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
23.09.2026About 8,000 salaried physicians are planning to open their own practicesFor many doctors, working in an outpatient setting is not seen as an alternative to running their own practice. This is according to a recent survey by the Central Institute for Health Insurance Medical Care.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
23.09.2026Guideline Aims to Pave the Way for Clinical PracticePhage therapy can be used to treat bacterial infections when traditional treatment approaches, such as antibiotic therapy, are no longer effective. The first set of guidelines has now been published.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
23.09.2026Health care for women must improveData gaps jeopardize women's access to medical care and can, for example, lead to delayed diagnoses. The Roundtable on Women in Healthcare has issued recommendations for action.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
23.09.2026Sylvia Gabel Re-elected as Head of the ZFA DivisionSylvia Gabel has once again been elected head of the ZFA division of the Association of Medical Professions. Together with her deputy, Elke Bahr, she intends to advocate for a strong professional profile.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
22.09.2026Many emergency rooms describe themselves as dangerously overloadedIn its third survey, the German Society for Emergency Medicine (DGINA) collected data from 271 central emergency departments regarding their current workload. The situation appears to be worsening.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
22.09.2026Here's how the 2026 German Dental Congress in Wernigerode went!A first in Wernigerode: During its continuing education days in mid-September, the Saxony-Anhalt State Dental Association collaborated with the DGZMK, the Academy for Practice and Science, and the German Dental Congress.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
22.09.2026Is the health insurance system unfair?Friedrich Merz's remark that the "coexistence of private and public health insurance" is viewed by many as a "matter of fairness" has caused a stir.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
22.09.2026Using AI to Combat the Overprescription of OpioidsA U.S. team has investigated how AI can help dentists predict postoperative opioid needs and identify patients at increased risk of misuse and inadequate pain control.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
22.09.2026Real-time MRI reveals dynamic movements during chewingThe DGZMK has awarded the 2026 German Miller Prize to Priv.-Doz. Dr. Eva Paddenberg-Schubert, Dr. Sebastian Krohn, and their team of dentists, physicists, and radiologists.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
22.09.2026Contributions for high earners could rise starting in 2027In the future, higher-income workers may have to pay more for pension and health insurance. The contribution assessment ceilings are set to be raised significantly.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
22.09.2026Tooth grooves provide evidence of the world's oldest drug addiction, dating back 25,000 yearsAccording to an Australian study, unusual grooves in ancient teeth are the world's earliest evidence of habitual drug use.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
22.09.2026“The Dual System: Reform, Not Demolish”The German Dental Association is perplexed by recent remarks made by Chancellor Friedrich Merz regarding the dual health insurance system and the relationship between statutory and private health insurance.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) -
21.09.2026One in four doctors is nearing retirement ageA WHO report examines the impact of an aging population and an aging health-care workforce on future staffing needs. It warns that by 2030, there will be a shortage of approximately 11 million doctors, midwives, and nurses.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab) - 10.05.2026-Awards and Grants®Outstanding scientific publications and research projects were honored at the 2026 Annual Meeting of the German Society of Periodontology (DG PARO) in Heidelberg.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab)
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10.01.2026Proposed Sugar Tax Excludes Zero-Calorie Beverages and Oat MilkThe government plans to introduce a tiered tax on sugary drinks starting in July 2027. Plant-based milks, zero-calorie drinks, and fruit juices with no added sugar are exempt. The DANK Science Alliance welcomes the proposal.zm-online.deRead more (opens zm-online.de (in a new tab)