Leipzig’s Grünau district is celebrating its 50th anniversary. But how do people there actually feel today? A long-term study by the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) shows that many residents feel comfortable in their own homes, while litter, safety concerns and a growing sense of neglect are shaping perceptions of the neighborhood. | more
After heart surgery, intensive care treatment is often considered standard. But Herzzentrum Leipzig has been showing for 20 years that many patients can recover safely without it. A long-term study involving more than 20,000 patients found that a specialized recovery unit avoided ICU stays in nine out of ten cases — helping to relieve pressure on intensive care capacity. | more
