Wilhelmsburger Krankenhaus - Insel der Menschlichkeit

Hyperhidrosis

Perspiration is a normal bodily function that regulates to regulate the body's temperature. However, with some people this function is out of control. They constantly suffer from damp hands and extensive sweat stains under their armpits; the Latin word describes this as hyperhidrosis, a condition of excessive sweating. Abnormal blushing also places a great strain on those affected.

Palliative Ward

The palliative ward is on the third floor of the new building of the "Rehabilitation building" [Reha-Gebäude]. This area is architecturally separated from the other wards by a deflection in the ward corridor. This creates a quiet and protected atmosphere for patients and relatives.

Adipositas Centre

There are several causes which could lead to adipositas. These include hereditary factors, lack of exercise, stress, loneliness and frustration as well as unbalanced nutrition such as frequent snacking, large intake of high-energy food, fast food, soft drinks containing sugar and alcoholic beverages.