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.
Whooping cough (pertussis)
Whooping cough, an infectious disease of the upper respiratory tract, can present differently in children and adults.
Pneumococcal vaccination
However, the pneumococcal vaccine offers effective protection against the disease. In this article, you will find out why pneumococcal infection can be dangerous, how the vaccine protects you, and what you need to bear in mind.
Chickenpox vaccination
The chickenpox vaccine protects against infection with the highly contagious varicella-zoster virus. In this article, you will find out who should be vaccinated, what the Austrian vaccination schedule entails, and other important information about the chickenpox vaccine.
Chickenpox – Definition, Symptoms, Treatment
Chickenpox (varicella) is a highly contagious viral disease. It mainly affects children, but adults can also be affected.
Vaccination against measles, mumps and rubella (MMR vaccination)
Measles, mumps and rubella are highly contagious viral diseases that are found all over the world. They are transmitted via droplet infection, primarily through talking, coughing and sneezing. All three diseases can lead to serious complications or long-term health problems.
6-in-1 vaccination
The 6-in-1 vaccine is a combination vaccine comprising six different vaccines. It provides protection against six serious infectious diseases (diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, polio, Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib) and hepatitis B).
Blood in the stool
Blood in the stools is a worrying symptom that often causes anxiety. However, it is not always caused by life-threatening conditions. In this article, you will learn about the various causes of blood in the stools – ranging from harmless to serious – how doctors reach a diagnosis, and what treatment options are available.
Heart attacks in women
The symptoms of a heart attack manifest themselves differently in women than in men. As a result, the danger is often not recognised in time.
Atrial fibrillation – causes and treatment
Atrial fibrillation is a heart rhythm disorder that is usually chronic. It is considered a risk factor for stroke. If atrial fibrillation is treated appropriately, most people can still lead a normal life.
Shock – a medical emergency
Shock is a life-threatening circulatory disorder in which the body is no longer supplied with sufficient blood and oxygen.