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Germany's Health Minister Unveils Controversial €15 Billion Reform Package

4/18/2026

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Nina Warken, Germany's Health Minister, announced a reform package to address a €15 billion shortfall in the public health insurance system.
The package would eliminate coverage for homeopathy.
It would introduce mandatory second opinions for costly surgeries.
The package would increase prescription fees.
Critics, including the Greens, say the plan unfairly burdens employees and employers.

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Nina Warken, Germany's Health Minister, announced a reform package to address a €15 billion shortfall in the public health insurance system.
The package would eliminate coverage for homeopathy.
It would introduce mandatory second opinions for costly surgeries.
The package would increase prescription fees.
Critics, including the Greens, say the plan unfairly burdens employees and employers.