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As a heart patient, this has a positive impact on me.

Enhancing cardiovascular wellness in Germany - what's needed?

Medical system overhaul - As a heart patient, this has a positive impact on me.

Heart and circulatory issues continue to be the leading cause of death in Germany.

To reduce risks, it's advised that 25-year-olds, 35-year-olds, and 50-year-olds get two values checked through a voucher system: their blood pressure and the risk factor of diabetes. These vouchers can be exchanged at pharmacies or with a doctor. If the results are concerning, patients can receive treatment from their primary care physician. Insurance companies should send out invitations for these checkups.

A vital component of this initiative: Children should receive testing for their risk of heart attacks during the U9 examination (ages 5-6). This is crucial as high cholesterol levels can be inherited.

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Source: symclub.org

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