Occupational hymenoptera venom allergy - might get expensive!

Hymenoptera venom allergies are among the most common causes of anaphylaxis in Germany. Hymenoptera stings and anaphylactic reactions to these suffered during professional activities are considered occupational accidents. If a hymenoptera venom allergy has not been known before but rather manifests itself for the first time during the insured activity, all resulting costs, in particular those for an allergen-specific immunotherapy (AIT), have to be covered by the statutory accident insurance. This can also entail its application to prevent an (impending) occupational disease.