Techniker Krankenkasse

Adolescent mental health, gender & social media

19 clusters · 59 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Youth mental health risks linked to digital isolation and domestic violence

Longitudinal research from Australia, South Korea, and the United States links digital habits and physical activity to teenage mental health. In Australia, a ten-year study found that adolescents spending over two hours

European heatwave, drought, and logistics crisis intensifies

1072 clusters · 4980 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: El Niño drives record ocean temperatures and global heat in September 2026

The 2026 European heatwave and drought crisis has escalated into a widespread agricultural, economic, and logistical emergency. The summer was characterized by record-breaking heat and significant precipitation deficits.

Germany addresses rising sick leave costs and mental health

25 clusters · 126 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Mental health absences rise in Germany, according to insurer reports

By October 2026, data from German health insurers DAK and AOK confirm that mental health issues are a primary driver of workplace absenteeism. The DAK-Psychreport 2026 identifies mental illnesses as the second most commo

Social media regulation and minor safety scrutiny

10 clusters · 253 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Arizona sues TikTok over alleged risks to children

Regulators in the United States and Europe are increasing pressure on social media companies regarding the psychological and safety impacts of their platforms on users, particularly minors. In the United States, Meta is

Psychological and societal impacts of smartphone usage

29 clusters · 111 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Smartphone use and overnight charging impacts on health and hardware

Research into modern digital habits continues to highlight the psychological and societal impacts of high smartphone dependency. Previous findings established that compulsive use is driven by dopamine-seeking behaviors a

Rising respiratory virus activity in Germany

4 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Germany enters flu season amid rising respiratory illness visits

Germany is experiencing a rise in COVID-19 infection rates, evidenced by increased seven-day incidence and higher viral loads in wastewater. The current landscape is characterized by the presence of several variants, mos

German labor law and generational work trends

2 clusters · 27 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Deutschlandticket price to rise to 66.80 euros in 2027

Developments in Germany reflect evolving labor regulations and shifting work patterns among younger generations. Legal rulings have addressed workplace conduct and clarified the boundaries of employer oversight regarding

Impact of exercise on cognitive and biological health

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Physical activity linked to improved cognitive performance and creativity

Research indicates that both physical and mental exercises provide significant biological and cognitive benefits. Physical activity is linked to the ‘runner’s high’ and reduced anxiety, likely driven by the endocannabino

Global regulation and litigation over youth digital mental_h

92 clusters · 300 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Adolescent problematic social media use rises to 48%

Global efforts to address the impact of digital technology on youth mental health have transitioned from observation to significant legal and regulatory action. In the United States, a bipartisan coalition of 51 attorney

German social assistance spending and care reform debate

4 clusters · 86 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Germany faces rising costs and challenges in long-term care system

In 2025, Germany's social assistance expenditures increased by 6.1 percent to 21.5 billion euros, driven largely by rising care costs. While basic security payments totaled 11.8 billion euros, growth in this sector slowe

Global physical activity and healthy aging initiatives

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Physical activity initiatives promote active mobility and healthy aging

Efforts to increase physical activity are being promoted through regional programs, scientific research, and international workshops to address sedentary lifestyles and promote healthy aging. In Germany, initiatives suc