General Practice
General practitioners are the true all-rounders in the healthcare sector. They support their patients through every stage of life – from childhood to old age. Their expertise covers a wide range of medical issues: whether it be treating acute illnesses such as colds, administering vaccinations or providing preventive care through regular health check-ups.
Genital warts – How do they develop and what can be done about them?
Genital warts are benign skin growths in the genital area. They are caused by infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV) and are among the most common sexually transmitted infections worldwide.
Is your cortisol too high? What your stress hormone really means
Cortisol is a vital hormone: it helps us wake up in the morning and enables us to perform well in stressful situations. However, problems arise when levels fail to drop again. Chronically elevated cortisol levels can, in the long term, affect the metabolism, the immune system and mental health.
CRP level: What this blood test reveals about inflammation
Your CRP level is elevated and you’re wondering what that means? C-reactive protein (CRP) is an important marker of inflammation in the blood.
Smartphone addiction: recognising the signs and regaining your concentration
It is hard to imagine everyday life without smartphones. At the same time, the constant availability of messages, stimuli and new content can lead the brain to seek out quick distractions time and again.
Resilience: Coping with crises through inner strength
Resilience describes the ability to cope with difficult periods in life, setbacks and crises without losing one’s emotional balance in the long term. It helps people to deal with stress and regain stability after challenging experiences.
Acute and chronic bronchitis – causes, symptoms and treatment
A cough, phlegm in the throat and a feeling of tightness in the chest: these symptoms may be signs of bronchitis. This condition involves inflammation of the bronchi in the lungs. Acute bronchitis is usually caused by viruses and is particularly common in winter, during the colder months.
Sore throat – causes, symptoms and treatment
A sore throat can have many causes and often occurs alongside difficulty swallowing, hoarseness or a headache. In many cases, it is caused by viral infections such as a cold or flu, but bacterial infections or irritants may also be to blame.
HPV vaccination for girls and boys (children and young people)
Human papillomaviruses (HPV) are widespread, and most people come into contact with them at some point in their lives. Whilst infections often go unnoticed, they can have serious long-term health consequences, including various types of cancer.
Colds (flu-like infections): What really helps?
A flu-like infection, often referred to as a cold, is an infection of the nasal mucosa and the upper respiratory tract. A cold usually begins with a sore throat or a tickle in the throat, followed shortly afterwards by a runny nose.
Fever: What really helps? Home remedies and medicines
A fever is the body’s natural response to fighting off pathogens. That is why you should not immediately resort to measures to bring down a fever. Find out here when it makes sense to bring down a fever, and which medicines or home remedies can help.
Bronchitis: These home remedies help children and adults
A cough, a scratchy feeling in the chest and the sensation that ‘something is stuck’: acute bronchitis often begins as part of a cold. In many cases, simple measures can go a long way towards managing the condition.
Exercise when you have a cold: when it’s okay and when you should take a break
You’ve got a cold and are wondering whether exercising will help or do more harm than good. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer, as not every cold is the same: a mild sniffle is quite different from an infection that leaves you feeling really unwell.
Sore throat: These home remedies soothe the throat
It often starts off innocently enough: a tickle in the throat that suddenly becomes much more uncomfortable when you swallow. It’s usually caused by a harmless viral infection, and the symptoms can be easily relieved with simple measures.
Collagen: Effects, intake and risks – what are the real benefits for the skin and joints?
Collagen is said to promote firm skin, healthy hair, strong nails and pain-free joints – at least according to the marketing claims of many collagen supplements. But what can this structural protein actually do, and what is just marketing?
Skin rashes: What causes redness, spots and blisters?
The possible causes of a rash range from allergies and skin conditions to infectious diseases, stress, psychological strain and many more.
Sick again? What lies behind frequent colds.
When a runny nose and a cough become constant companions, there is often more to it than just bad luck. The body is sending signals that the immune system needs support. In this article, you’ll find out what weakens the body’s defences and what targeted strategies you can use to finally break the cycle