World AIDS Day: Global HIV Awareness and Progress
According to UNAIDS, 39.9 million people worldwide are living with HIV, with nearly a quarter of them not receiving life-saving medications.
Court of Auditors Urges Reform in Rehab System
The system, it noted, should be better aligned with patient needs.
AIDS Help Vienna Urges Action on Sexual Health
Ignorance about HIV and AIDS persists, even among healthcare professionals.
Doctors Gain Smartphone Access to Patients’ Health Records
Officials say the system will simplify home visits, care home consultations and telemedicine appointments.
Social Media Self-Harm Images Affect Vulnerable Teens
This attention bias—marked by increased and quicker fixation on such content—further intensifies the urge to self-harm.
Construction Union Demands Mandatory Heat Leave for Workers
Statistically, heatwaves are occurring more frequently, affecting construction workers in particular.
Frozen Berries in Austrian Supermarkets Safe to Eat
Frozen berries sold in supermarkets have been found to be free of harmful germs like norovirus and hepatitis A.
No Bison at Schönbrunn Zoo for the Foreseeable Future
The bison deaths, which occurred over recent weeks, prompted an immediate investigation that pointed to a rare sheep virus.
Patients in Austria May Face Higher Dental Costs
The price increase is due to a dispute between the ÖGK and dentists, as an EU-wide ban on amalgam fillings is set to take effect.
Survey: Satisfaction with Austria’s Healthcare System Declines
The study shows that 70% of respondents believe that Austria’s healthcare system is heading in the wrong direction.