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Pelvic floor exercises

Let’s be honest: do you still hop on the trampoline and really let loose? Or do you feel your bladder making itself known right away because your pelvic floor is weak? Our Servicezeit doctor has some great tips on what you can do. By the way, this applies to men too—pelvic floor exercises can actually have a wonderful effect on your love life. Curious?

First aired on: 22/05/2024

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Tennis elbow

“Time out due to tennis elbow!” For those affected, the cause is often a mystery, as it affects not only tennis players but also office workers, tradespeople, and people who do a lot of gardening. Our “Servicezeit” medical expert, Dr. Katharina Abbing, has some helpful tips on what to do about the sharp pain in the elbow and how to prevent it.

First aired on: 13/05/2024

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Stroke Prevention

Do you actually know how to recognize a stroke? And even better, how to prevent one? Not really? Our Servicezeit doctor, Dr. Katharina Abbing, has some great tips to share, and she’ll be revealing them during a very special outdoor consultation. It’s worth stopping by—and it could save lives!

First aired on: 08/05/2024

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Singing — a healthy boost!

Singing is said to not only get our cardiovascular system going but also strengthen our immune system. Our general practitioner, Katharina Abbing, is a complete novice when it comes to singing, so she’s taking the singing test at Invitationchor e.V.: Is that true? And are there differences between experienced and inexperienced singers?

First aired on: 13/11/2023

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First Aid – Do We Know How to Do It?

What was that again about the recovery position? And should you take off the helmet or leave it on? Should you perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation or not? Our general practitioner, Katharina Abbing, is also an emergency physician and conducts a surprise test in the pedestrian zone of her hometown, Herne. Who would feel confident enough to help in an emergency?

First aired on: 06/09/2023

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Too acidic? Acid-base imbalance

Sluggish, tired, worn out—it’s a clear sign: your body is too acidic, right? If you believe the ads, powders, tinctures, and even socks and bath salts can help. But what’s the truth behind acid-base imbalance in the body, and which miracle cures can really help?—our WDR doctor, Dr. Katharina Abbing, gets to the bottom of this myth.

First aired on: 30/08/2023

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Hemorrhoids. What to do when they hurt?

Pain in the butt. Hardly anyone wants to talk about it. It’s just plain embarrassing. Yet seven out of ten people experience it at some point in their lives. Our “Servicezeit” doctor, Dr. Katharina Abbing, is breaking the taboo surrounding hemorrhoids.

First aired on:: 06/03/2023

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Always tired. Enough is enough!

The days are still dark and gray. And that’s when it strikes without mercy: fatigue. We can change that. Our doctor, Dr. Katharina Abbing, has plenty of tips for staying more alert throughout the day.

First aired on: 16/01/2023

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Colon cancer. Prevention is key.

In Germany, approximately 26,000 people die of colorectal cancer each year; it is the second most common form of cancer. Yet only one in five of us undergoes screening, mostly out of fear of a colonoscopy. Dr. Katharina Abbing wants to change that!

First aired on: 07/12/2022

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Finger osteoarthritis

Normally, we grab, feel, hold, and grasp—but what if doing exactly that causes pain, things slip out of our hands, and we can no longer pick up small, delicate objects? Then we have a problem that affects one in five of us older adults and already one in ten people under 30: finger osteoarthritis—pain in the joints of our hands.

First aired on: 21/11/2022

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When back pain becomes a pain in the neck: What can “frequent sitters” do about back pain?

“I have such bad back pain…” – our Doctor Katharina Abbing hears this on a daily basis in her practice and it is really like this: back pain is a widespread disease and the reason number 1 for disability leave. The most frequent cause: bad posture in seated position. But what can we do when our job has us sitting all the time? This is what the situation actually is for many bus drivers of the “Vestisch,” the public transport corporation of Herten. They went to training camp with Katharina Abbing and reached tremendous results to improve their backs with simple tips and tricks. If you too are a true frequent sitter: simply join in!

First aired on: 11/05/2022

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When you feel a twitch in your heel: What can you do against pain in your hamstring?

Strong and weak at the same time: the Achilles tendon. While it is the strongest tendon in our body, it is simultaneously the body’s most vulnerable spot if it gets inflamed. That is to say, an inflammation can end worse than thought: there are nearly 4 million people among us today who can hardly walk because of it. What you can do to prevent it from going so far is explained by our Servicezeit Doctor, Dr Katharina Abbing.

First aired on: 02/05/2022

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Want to stop smoking – but don’t know how?

Smoking is bad for your health – we all know that. And yet many people find it difficult to give up. Why doing is neither good for your fitness, lungs or blood pressure and whether hypnosis can really help you give up smoking? WDR doctor Dr. Katharina Abbing shows us how, and with surprising results.

First aired on: 20/10/2021

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Breast cancer – early diagnosis!

In Germany alone 75,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year. It is the most common form of cancer in women. If detected early enough, the chances of recovery are much higher. Our Serviczeit doctor was out and about for the show at a public swimming pool. And we promise: prevention can also be entertaining!

First aired on: 12/10/2021

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Muscle cramps – why we get them and how to combat them

Suddenly the pain appears, mostly in your legs. Older people are more likely to be affected. But even young people who do a lot of sport frequently complain about muscle cramps. Servicezeit doctor Katharina Abbing gives tips on what really helps against painful cramps and explains when you should see a doctor.

First aired on: 11/05/2021

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Teeth grinding – what helps against it?

Who do you think has more bite – a human or an animal? And what does all this have to do with troublesome teeth grinding? We answer this question together with Doctor Aylin Urmersbach. And so much can be revealed in the end – the grinding abates. And as an extra: our animal quiz to puzzle along with.

First aired on: 09/06/2021

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Get a better night’s sleep, but how?

Trouble sleeping? Do you find yourself lying awake for hours at night? That can really wear you down. Some simple tips on how to escape to dreamland and how to find some restful sleep – our Doc News Dr. Aylin Urmersbach reveals all.

First aired on: 31/05/2021

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Bad breath can be avoided

Bad breath – really embarrassing, right? But it doesn’t have to be! We all suffer from bad breath from time to time. But what to do when chewing gum no longer works to get rid of bad breath? Our resident GP Aylin Urmersbach finds the answers.

First aired on: 27/04/2021

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The kidneys – A neglected organ

Many millions of Germans live with kidney disease – and don’t even know it. Time to change all that. Take part in an entertaining quiz with Dr. Aylin Urmersbach.

First aired on: 10/03/2021

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Leave the coronavirus low point behind you

Coronavirus is keeping us on our toes. The uncertainty about how long this exceptional situation will last is placing a strain on many people and causing psychological problems. How well we cope with crises has a lot to do with the way we think. Whether you do sport to get rid of the stress, meditate it away, or get your problems off your chest by writing your worries in a diary – you will find the best tips here!

First aired on: 12/11/2020

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Autumn Blues

Autumn is here – Coronavirus is getting us down and now the dark months are approaching too. Most people’s mood plummets with the temperatures. Listless, constantly tired, in a bad mood: typical signs of the autumn blues which affects every six of us. Which is why our resident doctor shows you what you can do to combat those gloomy days – from spices to good-mood outfits.

First aired on: 16/10/2020

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First aid for burns

All it takes is a moment’s carelessness and suddenly you have burned the back of your hand on the oven or scalded it with hot water. Aylin Urmersbach shows you to how effectively relieve pain and which first-aid measures are better left out in your home.

First aired on: 16/09/2020

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Food Allergies

Do bakeries, restaurants and similar provide reliable information about allergens? We checked to find out! And came to an amazing result. Including tips for allergy sufferers.

First aired on: 04/03/2020

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Lowering blood sugar

Once a diabetic, always a diabetic? That’s not true, as studies on diabetes mellitus type 2 show. Our resident doctor Aylin Urmersbach provides amazingly simple tips to show you how to get your blood sugar levels under control.

First aired on: 26/02/2020

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SOS – Sore throat

A sore throat is usually a sign you are developing a cold. Our resident doctor Aylin Urmersbach explains how to prevent a sore throat and what helps if you do. What helps, besides the usual tips such as getting enough sleep, keeping warm and resting your voice: in Doc News.

First aired on: 29/01/2020

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Getting fit in the forest

Head for the forest – it’s been the weekend hobby of many of us, and not for the first time since the onset of coronavirus. Why outdoor exercise is really good for you and how we can benefit even more from it: our family doctor and sports medicine specialist Aylin Urmersbach shows us how.

First aired on: 29/01/2020

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Healthy Legs

In winter, long trousers or opaque tights conceal them, but as soon as summer arrives, they see the light of day: spider veins, swollen legs or varicose veins. Our resident doctor knows what helps so we can swan through the summer with beautiful legs.

First aired in: Autumn 2020

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Sensitive Stomach

We all suffer from a sensitive stomach from time to time. But for every fifth person the diagnosis is: irritable stomach syndrome. Aylin Urmersbach shows us what helps against it and how you can eat in a way that goes easy on your stomach on the go.

First aired on: 15/09/2020

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Healthy food for camping

10 million Germans admit to being self-confessed campers. But what can you eat that is healthy while living under canvas? Our resident medic Aylin Urmersbach and ecotrophologist Anja Tanas check it out – on a campsite somewhere in rural Germany. In their luggage: some delicious recipes!

First aired on: 01/09/2020

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Memory Training

Where did I put my key? Did I really turn off the cooker? When our memory fails us, it can sometimes have really unpleasant consequences. And yes, our memory tends to get worse with age. But it doesn’t have to stay that way – with the tips from Aylin Urmersbach, our two featured guests get their brains back into gear.

First aired on: 15/04/2020