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On Wednesday, April 29, 2026, the Universitätsklinikum Jena (UKJ) will focus on the life-threatening condition of sepsis. Prof. Dr. Michael Bauer will explain the symptoms and the necessity of rapid medical intervention.
Jena-Winzerla, April 23, 2026 – Just in time for the first warmer days of the year, the water oasis at the Stadtteilbüro Winzerla is reopening its doors. Starting Tuesday, April 28, the refill station on Anna-Siemsen-Straße will once again be available to citizens for free refreshments.
During the current migration season in Jena, dedicated volunteers have already rescued nearly 300 common toads, protecting them from traffic as they travel to their spawning grounds.
A hit-and-run occurred at a Jena shopping center on Tuesday afternoon. Thanks to an attentive witness who noted the perpetrator’s license plate, the police were able to investigate quickly and initiate proceedings.
In the debate over rising healthcare contributions, a health scientist from Universitätsklinikum Jena (UKJ) clarifies that administrative costs account for only four percent of total expenditures, making the reduction of insurance funds an ineffective solution for cost savings.
Jena-Lobeda, 22.04.2026 – A widespread power outage caused a stir in the Jena district of Lobeda on Monday morning. The sudden interruption of the energy supply led to the triggering of alarm systems in several buildings, prompted police intervention, and presented residents with temporary challenges in their daily lives.
Erfurt / Weimar, 22.04.2026 – An unusual collection campaign in Thüringen is currently drawing attention to the situation of terminally ill people. Throughout Thüringen, 15,000 socks are to be collected to set a visible sign of solidarity.
Jena, 21.04.2026 – Allergy sufferers in Jena and the surrounding area must show strong nerves this Tuesday. A high concentration of birch and ash pollen is currently causing a noticeable burden for hay fever patients.
The Robert-Koch-Institut is recording a concerning rise in diseases caused by fungi. To counteract this development, researchers from Jena are intensively searching for new treatment approaches, focusing on promising active substances from nature.
High pollen levels are reported throughout Jena for Sunday, April 19, 2026. Allergy sufferers reacting to birch and ash should expect significant symptoms due to the city’s geographical location.