Institute for Health Communication and Prevention

One of the greatest challenges for our health system is the steady increase in patients with chronic diseases. The therapeutic support of these people is complex. On the one hand, a successful therapy depends to a considerable extent – up to 90% – on the cooperation of the patient himself. On the other hand, years of drug therapies often lead to additional health problems due to their side effects.
One of our focal points is on strategies for self-management of chronic diseases through suitable communication tools. A second focus is the exploration of evidence-based complementary options for primary and secondary prevention.