Road Accidents in Austria Drop, Biker Fatalities Remain High
Austria is on track for a record low in road fatalities in 2024, yet motorcycle-related deaths remain alarmingly high.
Mysterious Virus Kills Five Bisons in Schönbrunn Zoo
The zoo now no longer has any bisons.
ÖGK Calls for Extra €1 Billion for Healthcare
Andreas Huss said the extra funding would help expand local outpatient services, create more GP positions, and strengthen mental health care.
Pandemic and Inflation Blamed for Decline in Birth Rates
After initial uncertainty, the pandemic saw a brief rise in births by spring 2021 – but by November, the trend had reversed.
80,000 People in Austria Affected by Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
New research will aim to identify the causes of the disease, its genetic factors, and possible biomarkers to improve diagnosis.
Austria Rejects EU Proposal for Expanded Smoke-Free Zones
Although around 21% of people in Austria are daily smokers, the Health Ministry is opposed to expanding smoke-free zones.
Obesity Costs Austria €2.4 Billion a Year
Almost 5% of all healthcare spending in Austria goes towards treating obesity and its related illnesses, which claim around 4,000 lives annually.
Austrians Satisfied with Healthcare Despite Quality Concerns
According to the study, 51% of respondents express satisfaction with the domestic healthcare system, while 15% are not at all satisfied.
Emergency Service Video Calls to be Tested in Vienna
The research involves 20 control centre staff handling two simulated video and audio emergency calls, made by 80 volunteer participants.
Austrian NGO Leads Fight Against Child Blindness
In Austria, 50 percent of the population wears glasses. Cataract surgery is the most common outpatient procedure in the country.