EPMA Journal is a journal of predictive, preventive and personalised medicine (PPPM). EPMA publishes results and achievements in the context of innovative approaches to: A. predictive diagnostics B. targeted prevention and C. personalisation of medical services to the patient in focus   Appropriate presentation of PPPM concepts is the major criterion for considering submitted manuscripts by the EPMA J. Authors are kindly requested to read and refer to the PPPM related publications demonstrating progress in a corresponding field and providing clear statements for how the presented results and / or reviewed achievements in the field (may) effectively contribute to the paradigm shift from reactive medicine (delayed medical services) to the advanced approach by utilising PPPM concepts. Manuscripts not including PPPM concepts and not operating with the keywords "predictive, preventive and personalised medicine" will not be considered.