Recreation and relaxation

The forest is a popular recreational area that many people visit in their free time to relax and experience nature. This article addresses the increasing importance of forests for preventive healthcare and therapy.

The Tick Prevention App, a tool to help prevent tick-borne diseases, was launched on the market in March 2015 for smartphones and tablets. It comprises a warning and information section and explains exactly what you should do if you are bitten by a tick.

Green Care Forest represents a focus of the Austrian Research Centre for Forests. In close collaboration with Green Care we want to support the forestry to face the challenges of the future.