Mensa food, sleep schedules and the 116117 non-emergency medical helpline — practical health guidance for exam time.
The Mensa serves hot subsidised meals for €3–5 — use it during exam periods. Stock easy foods: pre-cooked frozen dal, instant oats, fruit. Avoid excessive caffeine — it raises anxiety.
Sleep consolidates memory more effectively than extra study hours. Aim for 7–8 hours consistently. Stop studying by 10 PM the night before an exam.
116117: non-emergency doctor hotline, works 24/7. For emergencies: 112. Pharmacies (Apotheke) give quick advice on minor issues.
Your student GKV covers GP visits, specialist referrals (with Überweisung), hospital stays and prescriptions. Register with a Hausarzt early — don't wait until you're sick.
