OECD Report: Austria Has EU’s Second-Highest Health Spending
OECD report finds Austria has EU’s second-highest health costs, long wait times, and rising two-tier system risks, prompting government reforms.
ÖGK to Cover Clinical Psychology Starting 2026
Public health insurance will fully fund clinical psychological treatment from 2026, expanding nationwide access to mental health care.
ÖÄK Vice President Risks Removal Over Expense Allegations
ÖÄK vice president Harald Mayer faces a no-confidence vote after reports of €26,000 monthly pay and controversial expense practices.
2,000 Children In Austria Lack Health Insurance Coverage
Vienna’s child advocacy office warns 2,000 children in Austria lack health insurance and crisis centers are overcrowded and unsafe.
ÖGK Chief Calls For Cap On Private Doctor Fees
ÖGK head Andreas Huss calls for a cap on private doctor fees; Austria’s Medical Chamber rejects the proposal, citing doctors’ autonomy.
Austria’s Hospital Stays Drop 16.5% Per Capita Since 2000
Hospital stays in Austria fell 16.5% per capita over 25 years, while average stay length dropped and medical procedures increased.
Constitutional Court Ends Ban on “Social Egg Freezing”
Austria’s Constitutional Court ruled the ban on non-medical egg freezing unconstitutional; the restriction will be lifted in April 2027.
Holzleitner Proposes Service Requirement For Med Students
Austria’s Science Minister Eva-Maria Holzleitner proposes that medical graduates of public universities work in the public health system.
Vienna Police Dress As Superheroes For Kids At Hospital
Vienna police dressed as superheroes rappelled from a hospital roof to surprise sick children at AKH, bringing joy and gifts to patients.
ÖGK Chief Opposes WKÖ Call For Tougher Sick Leave Checks
ÖGK chairman Andreas Huss rejects WKÖ’s demand for stricter sick leave checks, saying broad suspicion of employees is unacceptable.