Crisis in the Geesthacht hospital: 250 jobs at risk!

Crisis in the Geesthacht hospital: 250 jobs at risk!

On October 6, 2025, significant changes are coming to the region, affecting both the economy and infrastructure. A package of restructuring measures is being implemented in the Geesthacht hospital. Massive job cuts are planned in the coming months, with only the departments of geriatrics, internal medicine and psychiatry to be retained. Managing director Lars Timm announces that a decision on the remaining departments will be made within six months. This will not only impact the hospital's staff, but will also impact healthcare delivery in the region.

Another big issue is the reduction of positions in the Geesthacht Vital Campus. 250 of a total of 700 jobs are to be cut here, affecting hundreds of employees. These developments raise questions about the future of the location and the securing of upcoming jobs.

New traffic planning: Elbe bridge between Lauenburg and Hohnstorf

Another key point concerns transport planning in the region. The State Office for Road Construction and Transport has announced the prospect of a new Elbe bridge between Lauenburg and Hohnstorf. This bridge will be built next to the existing, dilapidated bridge, which could result in long detours for commuters if it were to be closed. The exact location of the new bridge is currently being examined by the federal government, so residents can expect further information soon.

Innovations and events

There is also interesting news in the economy. Manfred Bogdahn, the inventor of the “Flexi” retractable leash for dogs, has built a flourishing company in Bargteheide. Around 50,000 handmade linens leave the factory, which employs over 300 people, every day. The company's products are sold in more than 90 countries, which underlines the successful concept. Further information can be found on the company's website: Flexi.

And leisure activities are not neglected either: from October 3rd to 5th, a LebensArt autumn market took place in Gut Basthorst, which offered over 160 exhibitors and a colorful supporting program. This event is an integral part of the region's events calendar and attracted many visitors.

Anyone interested can also discover the city of Mölln using the “Actionbound” app. This digital scavenger hunt, developed by Simon Zwick and Jonathan Raupich in 2012, is not only fun, but also covers historical topics, such as the Mölln arson attacks of 1992. The app allows users to learn more about the city's history in an entertaining way.

Current developments show that there is a lot of movement in the region. Whether in the economy, in the health sector or in the area of ​​infrastructure – the coming months could be crucial for the future of the Duchy of Lauenburg. Stay tuned for more information and latest news.

For more details on developments in healthcare, please visit the article by ln-online.de.