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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.

20 Years IQWiG

The independent Institute for Quality and Efficiency in Healthcare, IQWiG, celebrated its 20th birthday in 2024.

A journey through time

Press releases

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.

Tinea versicolor

If a fungus grows a lot it may lead to a medical condition. Tinea versicolor is one example. This skin condition is caused by a yeast fungus, and is usually harmless. Many people who have it don’t know that a fungus is to blame for their discolored skin patches.

Vitamin D deficiency

Vitamin D keeps your bones strong and sturdy. Your body can produce it with the help of sunlight. People with a vitamin D deficiency have symptoms like bone pain or muscle ache. Vitamin D supplements help. Healthy people who spend enough time outdoors don’t need to worry about developing a deficiency.

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Current commenting procedures and calls for tenders