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Healthcare Controversy in Germany

Updated 2026-07-03 15:10 UTC 1 source Negative

A doctors' group in Germany has criticized a new policy requiring patients to obtain sick notes in person on their first day of illness. The change is part of broader healthcare reforms.

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German row over plan for workers to need sick note on first day of illness

A doctors' group says it "borders on madness" that patients will have to obtain the note in person.

2026-07-03 14:56 UTC