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National health insurance costs to rise significantly next year with varying impacts across cantons
Switzerland maintains strong fiscal health with third consecutive surplus since pandemic, driven by social insurance and cantonal performance.
Swiss government mandated to create comprehensive national strategy for Long Covid patients, aiming to standardize care and support for over 300,000 affected individuals.
National survey reveals 58% of Swiss support authorities' power to mandate relocations in areas facing medium-term natural disaster risks.
Swiss authorities and 21 companies have agreed to reduce sugar content in cereals, yoghurts and drinks by up to 10% by 2028, marking a significant step in public health policy.
Geneva authorities implement immediate restrictions on lawn watering after discovering first Japanese beetle outbreak in Corsier, Meinier and Collonge-Bellerive areas.
Government plans to implement uniform CHF 300 fines for littering across Switzerland, replacing current canton-based penalty system.
Federal government launches consultation on uniform nationwide penalties for littering, with fines ranging from CHF 100 to 300 based on waste volume.
Federal Council announces new healthcare policy making certain vaccines and colorectal cancer screening exempt from insurance excess starting 2026.
Major healthcare policy change announced as Switzerland moves to eliminate insurance excess charges for key vaccines and expand colorectal cancer screening coverage for ages 50-75
Randomly selected 100-member assembly backs controversial sugar tax proposal, marking significant shift in public health policy approach.
Canton Geneva implements groundbreaking free public transport program for under-25s in education or low-income work, with half-price fares for elderly
Switzerland implements stricter vehicle noise control measures, banning avoidable vehicle modifications and introducing new enforcement mechanisms.
From trusted Swiss news outlets