Germany spends billions on its healthcare system – yet the results lag behind those of many European neighbors. Why is that? A new analysis of health policy highlights systematic weaknesses and proposes reforms.

Colonoscopies are an effective way to prevent colorectal cancer. During the examination, precancerous lesions can be detected and removed. Researchers from the Leibniz Institute for Prevention Research and Epidemiology - BIPS in Bremen have…

Bremen – A new study by the Leibniz Institute for Prevention Research and Epidemiology – BIPS reveals that vitamin D combined with physical activity significantly enhances bone health in children and adolescents. Published in Nutrition…

Bremen – A recent study by DAK Gesundheit in cooperation with the Leibniz Institute for Prevention Research and Epidemiology – BIPS and the Obesity Center at the Dresden-Neustadt Municipal Hospital shows that a substantial proportion of…

Bremen - In a recent study, the Leibniz Institute for Prevention Research and Epidemiology - BIPS has made significant progress in identifying health markers that are crucial for a long and healthy life. Led by Prof. Dr. Krasimira…

The latest issue of the Bundesgesundheitsblatt focuses on the digital transformation in the healthcare sector. Under the title "Digital population-based health in Germany - examples from research at the Leibniz Science Campus Digital Public…

A study recently published in the Lancet, in which BIPS was involved, provides new insights into the global rise in obesity and the simultaneous decline in underweight. The research findings point to a worrying global health trend and call…

A new study by the Leibniz Institute for Prevention Research and Epidemiology - BIPS has investigated how emotional states influence the eating habits of children and adolescents and which interventions help to change unhealthy eating…

In Germany, it is currently difficult to link health data from different sources. This impairs the quality of healthcare - especially in comparison with neighboring European countries. A new white paper identifies weaknesses and points to…

The covid-19-pandemic may give a different impression, but non-communicable diseases are by far the leading cause of disability and death in Europe. New research shows: These diseases are much better prevented by policies that tackle the…