Open eyes! Eye mobile starts in the Upper Lusatia - Environment endangered!

Open eyes! Eye mobile starts in the Upper Lusatia - Environment endangered!

In the coming weeks, the eye mobile will be on the move in Upper Lusatia to check the visibility of the citizens: inside. This is particularly important because many ophthalmologists in the region do not accept new patients and long waiting times have become a norm. The initiators want to ensure that people get access to important eye examinations on site, such as [Saechsische.de] (https://www.saechsische.de/lokales/bautzen-lk/bautzen/mobile-sehecks-geld-fuer-katastschutz-gruenabfaelle-in-der-treenet-Ausbau- 5p5y6S2J7rdetknp4e7yf5J4.html) reports.

But not only in health there is news. During a paddle tour on the Spree, a Bautzener discovered the Japanese perennial knotle, a plant that is problematic for the ecological balance. This multi -year plant originally comes from East Asia and has been cultivated in Europe since the 19th century. It fits into the environment strongly, which is particularly worrying because it is assumed that garden waste gets into the Spree and thus favored the growth of this invasive way. According to Heilkrauterwelt.com, 97% of people cannot quite assess the healing properties of the perennial knotle, although it has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.

ecological challenges and solutions

with around 900 established neobiota species, including about 470 plants, Germany faces a gradual threat. These plants can endanger the natural balance. The Japanese perennial knotle falls into this category and its spread could be favored by changing the climate, since cold winter has so far limited the growth of these species. Worldwide trade has led to a dramatic increase in these species in Germany in the past 170 years, as the Federal Office for Nature Conservation.

In order to meet these challenges, the district of Bautzen has already taken measures in disaster protection. In addition, a comprehensive fiber optic expansion is promoted in the Kamenzer Land, which should significantly improve the digital infrastructure. An initiative from the Bautzen Oberland was also funded with 1.5 million euros to support such projects and to improve the quality of life of the residents.

The versatility of the Japanese perennial knotle

Although the Japanese perennial knotle is considered an invasive type, one should not ignore the positive aspects of the plant. It is estimated in traditional medicine and offers numerous health benefits, including protection against free radicals and support of the cardiovascular system. Teas and extracts from this plant can have positive effects on health, although some safety aspects such as avoidance should be observed in pregnant and breastfeeding mothers.

It remains exciting to see how the initiatives in the region will develop and how the citizens: inside react to the challenges. One thing is clear: there is a lot to do and the mix of health care and ecological consciousness will shape the agenda in the coming months.