In this lecture series, the HSZG highlights current topics and research findings on care.
As part of the lecture series "The dimensions of care as science", scientists from the HSZG present current topics and research findings on care and care-related fields for all interested parties. Selected lectures will be supplemented by representatives from the administration, such as the Görlitz District Office, or from nursing practice. Following the presentations, there will be an opportunity for an exchange and discussion.
The lecture series will be continued in the winter semester 2023/24.
HSZG, Campus Görlitz
Lecture hall 1.01 (large lecture hall) in G 1 (blue building)
Time: 18.00-20.00 hrs
18.04.2023
From the perspective of educational science and history, the article deals with the academization of the nursing profession and asks about the specific contribution to good nursing care. The developments and requirements for qualified nursing staff as well as qualification opportunities in the district of Görlitz are presented as examples.
09.05.2023
It is usually difficult for relatives to recognize that their loved ones are developing a form of dementia. This article looks at the latest scientific findings in care science on this topic and gives relatives practical tips on how to support and deal with those affected. Regional contact points and offers of help are also presented.
23.05.2023
A comprehensive reform of guardianship law came into force on January 1, 2023. In view of an increasingly ageing society and the resulting increase in the costs of care proceedings, an emergency right of representation between spouses in the area of healthcare, which has been discussed for many years, was also introduced. The lecture explains the details of the new regulation and also addresses the practical implementation difficulties. The question of whether it still makes sense to draw up a living will or a health care proxy will also be discussed.
06.06.2023
How does gender influence the development and treatment of diseases, what consequences does this have for medical care and what social and cultural aspects play a role in these contexts? The lecture deals with these questions using the two diseases cardiovascular disease and depression as examples. In addition, social and cultural consequences of different perspectives on the gender issue will be presented.
13.06.2023
How is money distributed in the healthcare system and what economic incentives result from this?
20.06.2023
In view of the shortage of skilled workers in many professions, including care, German society cannot do without the care of relatives and the German economy cannot do without their professional activities. Therefore, a successful balance between care and work is essential. This lecture will present the current status of reconciling care and work as well as the corresponding legal regulations. With the Family Caregiver Leave Act 2015, the Independent Advisory Council on the Compatibility of Care and Work was set up to critically monitor the federal government in this regard. The speaker is deputy chairman of this committee and will present the work of the advisory board since 2015. He will conclude with a critical summary and make suggestions for the further development of this field.
