Health

Prescription and Sick Note During Weekly Shopping? Kaufland Tries It Out

Pilot Project in Germany Sick Notes Without a Doctor's Visit! Get Your Medical Pardon at the Supermarket

S Medical Room at Kaufland Mosbach tests telemedicine to combat the family doctor shortage. TECXHBOOK reveals how the pilot project works.

Woman Uses Smartphone to Check Her Dog for Ticks

Almost Every Device Has the Feature How to Use Your Smartphone to Search for Ticks

Almost every smartphone comes with a pre-installed feature that can help in searching for ticks. Find all the details at TECHBOOK.

Prescription and Delivery on One Platform Amazon Now Selling Weight Loss Injections!

Amazon offers weight loss medications via a platform in the U.S. Prescription, ordering, and delivery are all handled digitally.

Focus on Data Privacy Telekom Introduces Its Own Patient Record: Can It Solve the ePA Issues?

Telekom aims to address existing issues such as complicated operation and lack of connectivity with its own electronic patient record (ePA).

"Hearapy" Travel Sick? New Samsung App Promises Relief in Just 60 Seconds

With the Samsung Hearapy app and Galaxy Buds4 Pro, motion sickness is temporarily alleviated through special sounds.

App Update Samsung Health Now Displays Everyday Noise Levels

Samsung Health introduces a new feature to measure noise exposure. This will help determine when sounds may pose a risk to hearing.

The health card will no longer be mandatory for doctor visits starting in 2026. A digital alternative makes this possible.

For doctor visits Smartphone Instead of Plastic Card: How the New Health ID Works

Starting in 2026, patients will be able to check in at doctors' offices using their smartphones. The new Health ID will replace the plastic card—voluntarily and securely.

The world of smart ear devices is evolving rapidly. TECHBOOK introduces the most important new gadgets.

Smart Devices for the Ear From Translator to Fitness Tracker–How Clever the New In-Ear Headphones Are

They can play music, track health data, translate live, and more: TECHBOOK introduces the new smart devices for your ears.

Possible Medical Misjudgment Agency Warns Against Premium Fitness Trackers

Fitness trackers are handy gadgets for keeping an eye on your athletic performance. However, those from Whoop are now facing criticism.

There are several reasons why you shouldn't take your smartphone into the bathroom.

Experts Warn Don't Take Your Smartphone Into the Bathroom!

We always have our smartphones with us. But don't take your smartphone into the bathroom. An expert explains why.

Smart rings, like the one from Oura, are trending. Apple might soon offer one as well.

As a complement to the Apple Watch Apple Reportedly Planning a Smart Ring

Apple Is Reportedly Developing a Smart Ring to Complement the Apple Watch: Examining the Rumors

The introduction of the e-prescription was intended to simplify visits to the pharmacy.

Wave of Mishaps Continues How Is the E-Prescription System Working?

The e-prescription system is still not running smoothly months after its introduction. Pharmacies and medical practices continue to experience issues.

On Doctolib, you can book appointments with various doctors. But what about data privacy?

Data Protection and More What You Should Know When Booking Doctor Appointments via Doctolib

From Fitness to Nutrition Nearly one in two people have health apps on their smartphones

Our lives are increasingly managed and monitored through smartphones. From messaging apps to scanner apps, health applications are also trending strongly.