Merkel honors the merits of medical research

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Deeply impressed by her visit to the MHH in November 2012, the Chancellor reflected her impressions with the following sentences in her New Year's speech on Dec. 31, 2012:

"... To this end, I would like to tell you about two small medical miracles: I recently met a 10-year-old boy who was born almost deaf. Then he received a state-of-the-art implant. Today he can hear music and attend school without any problems.

I also met a young woman who has been living with a heart valve prosthesis that grows with her for three years. With it, she can do sports and lead a normal life.

These are small medical miracles. They are the success of our researchers. For the boy and the woman, research means his hearing and her heartbeat. It means everyday life and quality of life.

For our country, research means jobs. When we can do something others can't, we maintain and create prosperity..."

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