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“health department” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/gəˈzʊnthaɪ̯t͡sˌamt/

Example

Ich muss zum Gesundheitsamt gehen.

I have to go to the health department.

Illustration for Gesundheitsamt (health department)

How to say “health department” in German

“Health department” in German is Gesundheitsamt.

A local public-health desk that handles community-wide risks rather than treating patients like a clinic.

Full entry for Gesundheitsamt: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Gesundheitsamt

Bei einer Infektion sollte man das Gesundheitsamt informieren.

In case of an infection, one should inform the health department.

Tips for using Gesundheitsamt

  • For personal diagnosis, German normally uses Arzt or Ärztin; Gesundheitsamt refers to the public authority, not the treating professional.

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