Ukraine's top legislator, Merezhko, has a clear message for German Chancellor Angela Merkel: talk is cheap, and Ukraine needs more than just promises. He's pointing fingers at Merkel's diplomatic approach, which he believes hasn't stopped the war but rather fueled more aggression. Merezhko thinks Me
In Germany, about one in three people over 64 who need care live in nursing homes. But this number isn't the same everywhere. Some areas have less than 15% of elderly folks in nursing homes, while others have more than 50%. A recent study set out to find out why these differences exist. Researchers
You've probably heard that people with heart disease should also get checked for mental and thinking problems. But not all German doctors are doing this. A clever group came up with an easy way to help. They taught doctors to ask one special question, use tests, and give patients a list of questions
Clostridioides difficile infections (CDI) in Germany are a significant health and economic issue. By analyzing health claims data, researchers have gained insights into the costs and outcomes of CDI in adults. This study reveals the economic burden and death rates associated with these infections, p
In 2017, Germany saw a significant increase in refugee numbers. To understand how this impacted the federal election, the Research Data Center (FDZ) Ruhr at RWI compiled a unique dataset. Called RWI-GEO-VOTE, it breaks down the election results into tiny 1 km x 1 km grid cells. This detailed dataset
In Germany, around 700, 000 babies are born each year, and many mothers feel the weight of societal expectations and traditional roles. This study explored a unique data source to find out how often new mothers are diagnosed with mental illness compared to women without children. Using billing data
Ever noticed how NFL coaches are often the first to take the blame when things go wrong? Last Sunday, New York Giants' head coach Brian Daboll did just that. A play didn't go as planned, and instead of pointing fingers at the quarterback, Daniel Jones, Daboll said he'd like a do-over. When told ther
Imagine this: the COVID-19 pandemic is finally over, but what steps do doctors take next? A recent study in Germany looked into just that, focusing on how general practitioners (GPs) feel about keeping pandemic practices in place. The German College of General Practitioners and Family Physicians (le
In the small town of Delphi, Indiana, a trial that has gripped the community for weeks is finally coming to a close. The jury in the case of Richard Allen, accused of killing Abby Williams and Libby German in 2017, has reached a verdict. The announcement was made at 1:40 p. m. on Monday, November 11
Are you excited about the upcoming Giants-Panthers match? This time, it’s happening in Germany! Both teams are coming off different performances, with the Giants still looking to turn things around. The game starts early in the morning if you’re in the United States, so make sure you set your alarm.
