The controversy comes at a time when the federal health minister, Nina Warken of the Christian Democratic Union, has announced a review of the telephone‑based sick note system. Her initiative is intended to assess whether the method should be retained or refined, taking into account public health considerations and healthcare system efficiency. The outcome of the review could shape policy decisions on how medical practitioners issue official health certificates in the coming months.

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Left Accuses Tele‑Sick Note Debate of Diversion, Urges Focus on Housing Crisis.
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