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Switzerland Mandates E-Prescriptions in Healthcare Reform Push
Federal government approves nationwide transition to electronic prescriptions and medication plans to reduce errors and improve patient safety
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Switzerland Launches First National Spinal Paralysis Strategy
Four Swiss organizations unveil comprehensive 10-year plan to improve life quality for over 8,000 people with spinal paralysis
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Basel Scientists Discover Cellular 'Mini-Factories'
University of Basel researchers uncover new mechanism of protein folding in cells, potentially revolutionizing understanding of protein-related diseases and treatments.
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Swiss Insurers Raise Alarm Over Weight Loss Drug Costs
Health insurers express concern as 40,000 Swiss residents receive Wegovy under basic insurance, warning of potential cost explosion in healthcare system.
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08:00 AM·healthcare
Swiss Health Insurance Grapples with Weight Loss Drug Costs
Swiss insurers express concerns over mounting costs as basic health insurance coverage of Wegovy leads to surge in prescriptions
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12:00 PM·healthcare
Switzerland's Psychiatric Legacy: From LSD to Modern Treatment
New spotlight on Switzerland's unique contributions to psychiatric medicine, from the 1938 synthesis of LSD in Basel to contemporary psychedelic treatments, highlighting the country's pioneering role in mental health innovation.
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Switzerland Revamps Antibiotic Distribution System
Swiss government announces major changes to antibiotic prescription framework to combat resistance, marking a significant shift in healthcare policy.
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12:00 PM·healthcare
Switzerland Strengthens Medical Supply Chain Security
Government proposes new measures to combat medicine shortages, including enhanced monitoring and procurement powers for essential pharmaceuticals.
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Swiss health insurance to maintain alternative medicine coverage
Senate rejects motion to remove acupuncture and homeopathy from basic insurance coverage, upholding 2009 public vote on alternative treatments.
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08:00 AM·health
Gender Disparity in Swiss Obesity Treatment Revealed
New health observatory report shows significant gender gap in weight-loss medication prescriptions despite higher obesity rates among men.
Le News
08:00 AM·health
Gender disparity revealed in Swiss obesity medication prescriptions
New report shows women far more likely to receive weight-loss prescriptions despite higher obesity rates among men
Le News
12:00 PM·healthcare
Swiss Researchers Pioneer Breakthrough in Lymphoma Treatment
Paul Scherrer Institute develops promising new cancer therapy using terbium-161, showing significantly improved effectiveness compared to existing treatments.
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04:00 PM·healthcare
Swiss Breakthrough: New Cancer Treatment Shows Promise
Paul Scherrer Institute researchers develop potentially more effective treatment against lymphoma using radioactive element terbium, showing significantly better results than existing therapies in laboratory tests.
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Global Health Summit Prioritizes Rare Diseases
World Health Assembly in Geneva adopts first-ever resolution on rare diseases, affecting 300 million people globally, marking shift in international health priorities.
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08:00 AM·health
Pioneering Gender Medicine Professor Reshapes Swiss Healthcare
University of Zurich's first gender medicine professorship shows promising results after inaugural year despite initial challenges.
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12:00 PM·healthcare
Roche Secures Major EU Approval for Lymphoma Treatment
Swiss pharmaceutical giant Roche receives European Commission approval for Columvi, marking a significant breakthrough in lymphoma treatment options.
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Swiss Gene Therapy Sector Faces Critical Moment
Analysis of challenges and opportunities in Switzerland's gene therapy industry amid global setbacks
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Swiss Breakthrough: New Therapy Helps Paralyzed Patients Walk
Lausanne researchers develop revolutionary spinal cord treatment combining rehabilitation robots with implant technology, showing promising results in initial trials
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Swiss Mycoplasma Cases Hit Historic High Post-Pandemic
Switzerland records unprecedented surge in mycoplasma pneumonia cases following COVID-19 measures, with nationwide impact on public health.
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Swiss Research Breakthrough: New Insights on Antibiotic Resistance
University of Freiburg study reveals limitations of new antibiotic resistance drug xeruborbactam, marking crucial development in medical research.
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