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What is the best way to manage hypertension?

High blood pressure is a widespread problem. Despite the availability of four classes of medications, not all patients can be helped. Researchers from Uppsala have sought to find out the effect of changing drugs. Based on the results of their study, they suggest an individualized approach to therapy.
Vaccine against breast cancer: the trials were successful
Many Germans Search the Internet for Treatment Alternatives
A Second Opinion Disproves a Hollywood Star’s Diagnosis
Breast Cancer Treatment Without Chemotherapy
Mortality Reduction in German Cancer Centers

The life expectancy of cancer patients depends directly on the choice of the clinic and specialists. In certified centers dealing with certain tumor types, mortality rates decrease by 12-26%. This is shown in a recently published large-scale statistical analysis of 1.000.000 cancer treatment cases in Germany.