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Screening examinations

The following tests are currently offered in this category:

Do not let intestinal cancer have a chance! Blood in the stool
In Europe, intestinal cancer is a common cause of death in the elderly. An estimated one in 15 men and one in 25 women contract colon cancer during the course of their lifetime. Half of these patients die as a result of their intestinal cancer.
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Do not let stomach cancer have a chance! Helicobacter pylori
Helicobacter pylori is a type of bacterium found in the stomach and small intestine of many people. It is responsible for various illnesses (stomach ulcers, chronic stomach inflammation) and poses an increased risk for contracting stomach cancer and Hodgkin’s disease.
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Do not let cervical cancer have a chance!
Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
More than 70 different types of viruses are referred to as Papillomaviruses. All of them cause the growth of warts. It is irrelevant whether the warts develop on your hands or in the genital region, they are all caused by Papillomaviruses.
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Diabetes
At least 250 million people world wide are affected by diabetes, and the number is increasing.
Left untreated, elevated blood glucose levels lead to vascular disease. Toes and feet necrotise, the renal function is impaired and nerves are damaged. The vision can decrease. The results are foot amputation, haemodialysis and blindness.
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Osteoporosis
The skeletal system ages with increasing age. It becomes brittle. Due to the hormonal changes during menopause, women are at greater risk than men.
Bone ageing can be prevented. The more bone mass a person develops at a young age, the longer the bones remain strong as they get older.
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Other tests are currently being developed.