A strong political will, an overarching strategy accompanied by a communication concept seems to be necessary in order for digital health to succeed. Regarding legislation, binding specifications, deadlines and sanctions may be needed for self-regulatory bodies, while also involving users in the development process at an early stage and creating positive incentives for using digital solutions.

The extensive discussion of health promotion and disease prevention in the coalition agreement is laudable. However, the agreements fail to mention a number of important approaches, such as the regulation of tobacco and alcohol marketing and food and beverage taxation. Moreover, many statements remain vague. Adoption and implementation of effective measures will therefore require the attention and political pressure from the scientific community, civil society, the media, and members of the parliament from both government and opposition parties. The mid-term evaluation of the coalition agreement will be an opportunity to critically examine the government's achievement to date.

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Allzu oft stemmen sich Ärzte und ihre Interessenvertreter gegen technische Errungenschaften. Mit der Lebenswirklichkeit hat das wenig zu tun – diese Meinung ist unter jungen angehenden Ärzten weit verbreitet. kma bat zwei Medizinstudenten stellvertretend für ihre Generation, die Kritik näher zu erläutern.