08:00 AM·healthcare
Swiss Health Insurance Premiums Set for 4.4% Increase in 2026
National health insurance costs to rise significantly next year with varying impacts across cantons
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Swiss Pharma Exports to Russia Remain Stable Despite Conflict
Swiss pharmaceutical exports to Russia maintain pre-war levels at CHF1.8 billion, raising questions about medical trade during international conflicts.
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08:00 AM·business
Ypsomed's $248M US Expansion Marks Major Swiss Medical Device Growth
Swiss medical device manufacturer Ypsomed announces plans to build its first US factory in North Carolina with an initial investment of CHF200 million, creating hundreds of jobs.
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04:00 PM·healthcare
Swiss Drugmakers Navigate Trump Tariff Challenge with US Investment Plans
Major Swiss pharmaceutical companies commit billions in US investments to avoid potential tariffs, while smaller drug developers face uncertainty.
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08:00 AM·healthcare
Swiss Health Insurance Premiums Could Exceed Official 4.4% Increase
Healthcare costs in Switzerland projected to rise beyond government's announced 4.4% increase for 2026, raising concerns about affordability.
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04:00 PM·healthcare
Roche's AI Kidney Test Receives European Certification
Basel-based Roche achieves breakthrough as its artificial intelligence-powered kidney disease assessment tool gains CE marking, targeting early diagnosis for 700 million patients globally.
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08:00 AM·healthcare
Swiss Family Doctor Shortage Reaches Critical Levels
New workforce study reveals worsening shortage of general practitioners in Switzerland, with three-quarters of regions reporting deficits and concerns for 2035.
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04:00 PM·tourism
Swiss Municipalities Face Rising Costs from Foreign Adventure Sports Accidents
Swiss tourist destinations struggle with unpaid rescue and medical bills from foreign extreme sports enthusiasts, prompting calls for mandatory insurance requirements.
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12:00 PM·healthcare
Swiss Health Insurance Premiums Set for 7.1% Jump in 2026
Deloitte analysis reveals actual health insurance premium increases will be significantly higher than official forecasts, with cheapest plans rising by CHF23 monthly
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04:00 PM·healthcare
Survey: Two-Thirds of Swiss Support Single-Payer Health Insurance
New poll shows 68% of Swiss residents favor transitioning to a single national health insurance system, as premium costs continue to strain households
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04:00 PM·healthcare
Novartis launches direct-to-patient platform in US market
Swiss pharma giant to offer 55% discount on psoriasis drug Cosentyx through new direct sales channel
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12:00 PM·humanitarian aid
Switzerland Considers Medical Aid for Gaza Children
Swiss government evaluates humanitarian initiative to provide medical treatment for injured children from Gaza Strip
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12:00 PM·humanitarian
Switzerland Opens Doors to Gaza's Injured Children
Swiss government prepares humanitarian mission to provide medical care for injured children from Gaza
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08:00 AM·healthcare
Swiss Health Insurance Premiums Set for 4.4% Increase
Healthcare costs continue to rise with significant regional variations in premium increases for 2026
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12:00 PM·politics
Swiss Parliament Debates Ban on Gender Reassignment Surgery for Minors
Swiss lawmakers consider nationwide restrictions on gender reassignment procedures for minors, as debate intensifies over medical rights and youth protection.
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08:00 AM·healthcare
Roche Reports Breakthrough in Breast Cancer Treatment
Swiss pharmaceutical giant announces positive results from phase III trials combining giredestrant and everolimus treatments, showing significant improvement in patient survival rates.
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12:00 PM·healthcare
Breakthrough: Roche Reports Positive Results in Breast Cancer Treatment Trial
Swiss pharmaceutical giant announces significant progress in phase III clinical trials combining giredestrant and everolimus treatments
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12:00 PM·religion
Swiss Catholic Church Launches Pioneering Mental Health Initiative
First-of-its-kind free counseling service introduced in Zurich to address sexual abuse prevention and mental health support
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12:00 PM·healthcare
Pink October: Geneva Hospitals Launch Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign
Geneva University Hospitals initiate comprehensive breast cancer awareness program as cases rise among young women, with over 6,650 new cases recorded annually in Switzerland.
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08:00 AM·healthcare
Swiss Medical Breakthrough: New Spinal Cord Injury Treatment
EPFL and Lausanne University Hospital researchers develop groundbreaking implant to address chronic hypotension in spinal cord injury patients.
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Swiss inflation drops to zero in November
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Swiss public sceptical over US tariff deal: survey
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Swiss AI shows bias despite transparency efforts
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Swiss lawmakers vote to ease weapons exports
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Swiss lawmakers aim to ease weapons exports
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Donors pledge $1.16 billion to Geneva-based UNHCR
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OECD praises integration of immigrants in Switzerland
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Swiss lawmakers agree on China trade framework
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Swiss army has 'gone back to sleep", says outgoing chief
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Swiss intelligence snooping violates constitution: court ruling
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Medicines 'never more expensive in Switzerland'
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