Interactive health checks, cancer screening and more: Health Day at the BayArena

Hosted by stadium announcer Tobias Ufer, the panel discussions focused on the topic of prostate cancer. Together with medical experts, Sarpei dispelled misconceptions about cancer and screening – Bayer 04 record appearance holder Vollborn spoke about his own experiences with the disease and offered advice to those affected and their families on coping with cancer. In the concluding discussion on rehabilitation in elite sport, Carsten Rademacher, head of the Bayer 04 rehabilitation centre, explained why professional athletes recover from injuries more quickly and offered rehabilitation advice for everyday life.

Health education at interactive Stations

The guests also showed great interest in the interactive check-ups, which explored the topic of health in a wide variety of ways. At the stands run by the main sponsor, BarmeniaGothaer, people of all ages were able to measure the baseline tension in their muscles, find out more about their stress levels or use pupillography to identify any daytime drowsiness. In a CPR scenario, those interested practised resuscitation techniques in a fun way in preparation for an emergency, and the grip strength tester provided fascinating insights into their own health.

Bayer Vital provided information on prostate cancer and women’s health at two stands. Bayer 04 mascot, Brian the Lion, was also there and he was a big hit with the youngest fans. 

further Highlights in the health weeks

Bayer 04 organised Health Day to mark the start of its traditional Health Weeks, taking place this year from 3 to 18 October. The forthcoming Bayer 04 men’s and women’s games are also part of the campaign.

• 17 October (kick-off: 14:00 CEST): Bayer 04 women’ team vs Eintracht Frankfurt
• 18 October (kick-off: 15:30 CEST): Bayer 04 men’s team vs SC Freiburg