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- ## [Botulinum toxin or hyaluronic acid: Which treatment is used for which types of wrinkles?](https://lokalmed.de/en/articles/botulinum-toxin-or-hyaluronic-acid-for-wrinkles-dgylwphm76)  
Two injections, two completely different mechanisms of action: reducing muscle activity or filling in volume. How to distinguish between expression lines and static wrinkles, when a combination makes sense, and when an injection is not the right solution at all.  
Redaktion·21 August 2026·7 min read
- ## [Medical cannabis: costs and health insurance in 2026](https://lokalmed.de/en/articles/medical-cannabis-costs-and-health-insurance-2026-zzqofdbemv)  
Since 30 July 2026, dried flowers can no longer be prescribed at the expense of statutory health insurance. What the entitlement covers today, what conditions and authorisations apply, and what costs are incurred when billed privately.  
Redaktion·21 August 2026·7 min read
- ## [THC, CBD, cannabis flowers and extracts: what distinguishes these forms of treatment?](https://lokalmed.de/en/articles/thc-cbd-flowers-and-extracts-differences-hyj792w74y)  
Flowers, extracts or ready-to-use medicinal products: the difference lies primarily in standardisation and how they are absorbed by the body. What can be deduced from studies, how side effects differ and how these forms are treated under reimbursement regulations.  
Redaktion·21 August 2026·7 min read
- ## [How much does medication-based obesity treatment cost, and does health insurance cover it?](https://lokalmed.de/en/articles/obesity-treatment-costs-and-health-insurance-cmz6t7azyj)  
Medicines for weight loss are excluded from prescription coverage under statutory health insurance. Why the active ingredient, indicated use and reimbursement status differ; what costs are incurred when paying out of pocket; and what applies to private health insurance and government-subsidised health insurance.  
Redaktion·21 August 2026·6 min read
- ## [Weight-loss injections: effects, eligibility criteria, side effects and limitations](https://lokalmed.de/en/articles/weight-loss-injections-effects-requirements-and-side-effects-wpkeud0tz9)  
Prescription medicines for the treatment of obesity: how the active ingredients affect appetite and satiety, who they are authorised for, what side effects and warnings apply, and why the treatment must be considered as a long-term approach.  
Redaktion·21 August 2026·8 min read
- ## [Prescription cannabis in Germany: requirements, procedure and which doctor is responsible](https://lokalmed.de/en/articles/medical-cannabis-prescription-requirements-process-and-doctor-lr6qnmvl0l)  
Who may prescribe cannabis, which medical criteria are checked, and what happens after a prescription? This overview separates prescribing from cost coverage, explains which doctor to consult for each condition, and lists documents that help with the consultation.  
Redaktion·21 August 2026·7 min read
- ## [Stopping weight-loss injections: What happens to your weight and appetite?](https://lokalmed.de/en/articles/stopping-weight-loss-injections-weight-and-appetite-lly8hsmoss)  
In studies, weight increased significantly on average after the end of treatment. What STEP-1 and SURMOUNT-4 actually investigated, why a returning appetite is not a matter of self-discipline, and what should be included in a prepared maintenance plan.  
Redaktion·21 August 2026·7 min read
- ## [Find a doctor specialising in aesthetic medicine: qualifications, consultation and safety](https://lokalmed.de/en/articles/find-an-aesthetic-medicine-doctor-xtvapg84xu)  
The term is not protected, and the legal situation regarding botulinum toxin and fillers differs. Which qualifications matter, what constitutes a good consultation, why managing complications is crucial, and which warning signs to look out for.  
Redaktion·21 August 2026·8 min read
- ## [Weight-loss injections: Which doctor is responsible and how does the treatment work?](https://lokalmed.de/en/articles/weight-loss-injections-which-doctor-and-process-bky60lbvkk)  
From GP practices to obesity centres: which clinics treat obesity, what information is gathered at the first appointment, how treatment is initiated and monitored, and how a purely online prescription differs from a structured course of treatment.  
Redaktion·21 August 2026·6 min read

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