Together for prevention: The DZG Parcours
The DZG’s joint presentation comprised a total of six stations where interested visitors could easily access practical information. The goal was to present scientific findings in an accessible way and to provide concrete inspiration for a healthy lifestyle. The enthusiastic response clearly demonstrated the high level of public interest in prevention and health research.
DZD Feature: Recognizing and understanding diabetes risk
The DZD participated in the event with its own diabetes station. Here, visitors could assess their personal diabetes risk using the DIfE’s German Diabetes Risk Test. This service was very popular. In addition, two dedicated staff members from the Charité Study Center offered blood glucose testing.
Younger visitors were also actively involved: A specially developed sugar quiz taught children about nutrition and health in a playful way and highlighted just how much sugar is contained in popular foods.
Interactive presentation on common diseases
This was also part of the interactive presentation on the prevention of common diseases, which DZD Executive Director Dr. Astrid Glaser co-presented with a young researcher from the German Center for Cardiovascular Research (DZHK).
Prominent guests at the DZG booth
On Sunday, the DZG booth received high-profile visitors: Federal Minister Dorothee Bär, along with Thomas Reiter—a former astronaut and current head of the space division at the BMFTR—and soccer player and coach Felix Kroos, learned about the centers’ activities. The discussion underscored the importance of health research for society and policy.
A successful weekend with positive feedback
All participants described the weekend as intense and extremely successful. Of particular note was the close collaboration among the DZG members, who were able to present themselves collectively as a strong research alliance. Feedback was consistently positive, both from the ministry and from the visitors.
