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Medicine put to the test

The independent Institute for Quality and Efficiency in Health Care (Institut für Qualität und Wirtschaftlichkeit im Gesundheitswesen, IQWiG) examines the benefits and harms of medical interventions for patients. We provide information about the advantages and disadvantages of examination and treatment methods in the form of scientific reports and easily understandable health information.

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European benefit assessment of medicinal products

Since early 2025, EU countries have been cooperating more closely in the assessment of new medicinal products under the EU HTA procedure, the European benefit assessment. The aim is to provide Member States with a scientifically sound basis for decisions in their health systems.

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Easily understandable information for the general public

InformedHealth.org is the English-language version of the German website Gesundheitsinformation.de. By publishing this bilingual website, IQWiG fulfils part of its legal mandate to inform the general public about health issues. By offering a wide range of different topics, the website addresses both patients and (healthy) consumers.

Obstructive sleep apnea

If you get enough sleep but still feel run down during the day, you may have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Many people who have sleep apnea snore and stop breathing for short periods of time at night without noticing it. This can both cause problems in everyday life and increase the risk of other medical conditions.

Dehydration

People become dehydrated if they don't drink enough water or their body loses too much fluid. The first signs are thirst, trouble concentrating, a headache and dizziness. It then helps to quickly drink enough. Severe dehydration is a medical emergency.

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