Health

Hamburg takes care of your health

Get introduced to the health system, hospitals, doctors and pharmacies in Hamburg.

Most of the COVID-related restrictions have been lifted all over Germany, but there are still certain things to keep in mind. Read our overview.

As Hamburg loosens restrictions, this contact tracing app is one of the best ways to help keep yourself and others safe.

Strict guidelines have been put in place to combat the spread of the covid-19 coronavirus.

Personal hygiene measures are important: frequent hand washing, keeping a distance from the sick, and proper cough / sneeze etiquette.

Do you have questions about the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic in Hamburg? We have answers!

Doctors treat patients with acute illnesses and provide preventative examinations and medicine, including vaccines.

Most healthy people over the age of 18 are allowed to donate blood. Find out where and how you can donate in Hamburg.

Donating plasma can be just as valuable as giving blood. Find out all you need to know about plasma donation in Hamburg.

Hamburg has over 35 hospitals and specialist facilities offering round-the-clock medical care. Find out which hospital is closest to you.

Do you need medication, cold medicine or something for a headache? In Germany, such items are found at pharmacies.

The German social system includes health, long-term care, pension, unemployment and accident insurance.

Your social security number is used for personal identification in the social security system. Learn more.

International students must have adequate health insurance coverage to enroll at a German university and obtain a residence permit.