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The Silent Killer: Early Detection and Targeted Treatment of High Blood Pressure
To mark World Hypertension Day on May 17, the Medical Center – University of Freiburg is providing information on warning signs, diagnosis, and treatment options.
Whooping cough in children: What really helps at night
(XX/XX/2026) A barking cough, shortness of breath, and intense fear: A pseudocroup episode often strikes suddenly in the middle of the night. For parents, this is a terrifying moment. The key is to stay calm and take targeted steps to relieve the symptoms.
Healthy Eating for Your Baby – What Really Matters During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
20 Years of the Freiburg Institute for Musicians’ Medicine: Where Art, Science, and Clinical Practice Meet
The Freiburg Institute for Musicians’ Medicine will celebrate its 20th anniversary in May 2026. It embodies the close connection between artistic training, university research, and specialized patient care in Freiburg
Fatty Liver: Why Early Intervention Is So Important
It often causes no symptoms for a long time—yet can still cause serious damage: Fatty liver disease is now one of the most common liver conditions. Many people who have it are unaware of it.
T-helper cells switch to self-protection mode under prolonged stress
Chronic infections cause long-term changes in key immune cells. T helper cells suppress their immune function to ensure their survival. New avenues for vaccines and cancer immunotherapies.
What inflamed eyelids may indicate
Red, itchy, or burning eyelids are not uncommon. Many people who experience this feel as though there is a foreign object in their eye. An expert explains why warm compresses can help, why chamomile can be problematic, and when it’s advisable to seek medical advice.
Lung cancer screening will be covered by health insurance starting April 1
The Medical Center – University of Freiburg has been offering the screening since September 2025. Statutory health insurance plans will cover the costs starting April 1, 2026.
Digital tools make it easier to decide whether to participate in cancer studies
A new web-based application from the Comprehensive Cancer Center Freiburg - CCCF at the Medical Center – University of Freiburg helps patients decide whether to participate in early-phase clinical trials.
Yay, the Teddy Docs are back!
From May 5 to 11, the 21st Teddy Bear Hospital, organized by Freiburg medical students in cooperation with hospital trainees, will take place in the park of the Medical Center – University of Freiburg.
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