Aging and old age affect everyone. Geriatrician Tania Zieschang and philosopher Mark Schweda approach the topic from different perspectives. An interview about protecting the elderly in the pandemic, robots in care – and what stays with us.

When the number of people infected with the corona virus rose dramatically in spring, many people did not seek medical care. Here, health care researcher Lena Ansmann discusses the reasons for this and explains why health literacy is important.

Physiotherapy via video conferencing? In the coronavirus crisis, older people in particular have been left with no other option. Scientists at the University's Department for Health Services Research are investigating the effectiveness of this approach in a new study.

People living with multiple sclerosis often need aids to stay mobile. A new co-operation project is investigating how more than 240,000 sufferers across Germany can be provided with these aids to meet their needs.

The challenges we face in the current pandemic are “unprecedented”, says Mark Schweda, Professor of Medical Ethics. An interview about intensive care as a scarce resource, trust in the nation state, and what comes after the state of emergency.