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1. CHD: What Is It? Coronary heart disease (CHD) is a chronic disease of the heart caused by atherosclerotic changes (calcifications) in the coronary arteries. These changes lead to an increasing narrowing of the affected arteries, resulting in reduced blood flow...
25. Aug 2021 | Did you know...?
1. Diabetes mellitus: what is it? Diabetes mellitus is one of the most common widespread diseases in Europe and is characterized by a permanently high blood sugar level. The name “diabetes mellitus” means “honey-sweet flow” and describes the...
22. Jul 2021 | Did you know...?
1. Hypercholesterolemia: what is it? If the concentration of cholesterol in the blood is too high, it is called hypercholesterolemia. “hyper” means “too much” and “emia” stands for “blood”. Cholesterol is a fat-like...
4. Jun 2021 | Did you know...?
1. What Is High Blood Pressure? High blood pressure, also known as arterial hypertension, is one of the most common chronic conditions today. Nearly one in three adults in Europe is affected, but not all of them are adequately treated. However, high blood pressure is...
