The amazing human body

The human body and all the extraordinary things it can do are endlessly fascinating. This makes it all the more important to give it time to rest and relax.

Causes for blood in the stool

No matter whether light or dark: blood in the stool always indicates some kind of disease.

Recognise the signs

Menstrual pain

Periods are often painful, but they don’t have to be.

Best household remedies

The blood’s tasks

Blood performs a number of vital tasks in the body.

Things blood can do

Which blood groups exist

This is why the different blood groups must match each other.

Matching groups

Superhero with a prosthesis

Michel Fornasier, alias Bionicman, combats bullying.

Read the interview

Detecting breast cancer

Monthly self-examination is important for early detection of the disease.

Self-examination

Eye exercises

It isn't proven. Nonetheless, simple practices can refresh tired eyes.

Eye exercises for everyday

Dry eyes

Dry eyes can be a symptom of serious illness.

What can help?

Snow blindness

On sunny days in the snow, it’s important to protect your eyes.

How to avoid it

PC, Smarphone und Co.: Wie beeinflussen sie die Hirnentwicklung?

Does the use of screen media affect the brain’s development?

Smartphones, tablets, computers: do they really make children dumb?

Find out more

myGuide

Should I go to the doctor or not?

myGuide checks your medical symptoms and gives you advice.

Get to know myGuide

Zwei Frauen unterhalten sich auf dem Balkon

Second opinion

Get a free second opinion – it’s fast and straightforward.

Is surgery really necessary?

QualiCheck – compare hospitals

Find the best hospital! CSS’s hospital comparison tool helps you choose.

Launch QualiCheck

Nutritional knowledge

What’s the secret to healthy eating? Find out everything you need to know about nutrition.

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