Illnesses

Let's talk about illness. People living with illness describe the realities of daily life. Experts answer questions about the causes, symptoms and treatment plans for many different conditions.

64 articles

Alcohol addiction – wrong tracks and ways out
From the effects of alcohol to the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal: our article tells you more about the consequences of excessive alcohol consumption.
20.03.2023 5 minutes )}

Examining back pain using imaging techniques?
How helpful are imaging techniques in cases of generalised back pain? We provide the facts so you can make up your mind.
03.02.2023 2 minutes )}

Treatment strategies for heart attack risk
Medication or direct invasive procedures: which treatment strategy is best for those at high risk of a heart attack? We provide the facts.
03.02.2023 3 minutes )}

Treating depression with behavioural activation
How helpful is behavioural activation for depression? Does it help alleviate symptoms? Are there risks? We provide the information – you decide.
03.02.2023 2 minutes )}

Coronavirus: the key facts
Information on symptoms, tests, costs and who to contact
22.11.2022 )}

Stay healthy and safe when travelling in Thailand
Planning a trip to Thailand? Illnesses and risks you should be aware of and how best to protect yourself against these.
22.07.2022 8 minutes )}

You need these vaccinations for your trip
Sick on holiday? Not with the right vaccination protection. Travel fully vaccinated to Thailand, Costa Rica, India and other countries.
22.07.2022 8 minutes )}

Travel first aid kit for Thailand, Australia and Egypt, etc.
The right travel first aid kit keeps you ready for any emergency: checklists and info for travel first aid kit for Thailand, Australia and Egypt.
22.07.2022 7 minutes )}

Long COVID: what helps?
COVID-19 can have lasting symptoms, even if the initial illness was mild. However, diagnosing long COVID is difficult.
03.06.2022 5 minutes )}

Conjunctivitis: symptoms, origin and treatment
Viral or bacterial? Whatever the case, you should treat conjunctivitis as soon as possible. Find out how here.
13.05.2022 4 minutes )}