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Mourning for Marc Lürbke: FDP politician dies at just 48 years old
Marc Lürbke, FDP deputy in the North Rhine-Westphalia state parliament, died at the age of 48 after a short, serious illness. His loss affects politics.
Mourning for Marc Lürbke: FDP politician dies at just 48 years old
A dark day for politics in North Rhine-Westphalia: The FDP state parliament member Marc Lürbke has died at the age of 48. Lürbke, who enjoyed great recognition as vice-chairman and domestic policy spokesman for the FDP state parliamentary group, died after a short and serious illness. This reports Picture.
His death left deep sadness not only in Paderborn, where he lived and was active as district chairman of the FDP. Lürbke had been a member of the Düsseldorf state parliament since 2012 and was particularly committed to the issues of the rule of law, internal security and individual freedom. His commitment to this was appreciated by many, as FDP parliamentary group leader Henning Höne emphasized. He praised Lürbke for his tireless commitment to state politics.
An ominous diagnosis
In September 2023, Lürbke made his cancer public and emphasized how important his health was to him. He wanted to concentrate fully on the treatment, as he explained in his personal statements. His loss is described as a major void in the political landscape. Prime Minister Hendrik Wüst and State Parliament President André Kuper expressed their condolences and acknowledged Lürbke's contribution to internal security and civil rights. Wüst described Lürbke as a passionate parliamentarian whose loss is painfully felt for North Rhine-Westphalia, and Interior Minister Herbert Reul also expressed his sadness at the death of his counterpart.
Yesterday, when the news of Lürbke's death spread, many politicians, including SPD MP Christina Kampmann, felt great sadness. She spoke of Lürbke as a great colleague and a wonderful person whose loss can also be felt on a human level.
Cancer in everyday life: an underestimated problem
Unfortunately, the diagnosis of cancer is widespread in today's society. Statistics show that statistically one in two people will be confronted with the diagnosis in the course of their life. In 2015, 56,000 men and 53,000 women were diagnosed with cancer in North Rhine-Westphalia alone, with the average age at diagnosis being 69 for women and 71 for men ( LZG NRW ).
The likelihood of developing cancer increases with age, but younger people are not spared either. The most common cancers include breast cancer in women and prostate cancer in men, while colon and lung cancer are also topics that should not be neglected. The risk factors include the consumption of alcohol and tobacco as well as an unhealthy diet.
Marc Lürbke's fate reminds us that cancer is a serious issue that can affect us all at some point. It's time to take preventative measures and be aware of your own health.
In memory of Marc Lürbke, the hope remains that his commitment to freedom and security will not be forgotten and that political work in North Rhine-Westphalia will continue the positive spirit for which he stood.