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Cadmium was detected in 67 of 90 tested food products, although none exceeded current safety limits. The article should explain the risks of long-term exposure, how cadmium enters the food chain and what Swiss consumers and regulators need to know.
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Switzerland
A new survey finds that 74% of Swiss residents experienced the summer heat as trying, with sleep and other physical problems widespread. The findings offer a timely account of how extreme temperatures are affecting daily life and public attitudes.
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Climate Change
Intense summer heat is prompting significant changes across Switzerland, with over half the population altering holiday plans according to a new survey. Meanwhile, teachers' unions are demanding urgent adaptations for school buildings ill-equipped to handle high temperatures.
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Environment
A new survey reveals a surprising trend: as Switzerland experiences a severe heatwave, with Locarno breaking records for 'tropical nights', Swiss consumers' concern for the climate crisis is decreasing. This comes as cantons like Vaud and Geneva reactivate emergency heatwave plans.
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Agriculture
Swiss agricultural authorities are monitoring a serious outbreak of an unidentified disease among dairy cows, characterized by fever, diarrhea, and a significant drop in milk production, raising concerns for the nation's milk producers.
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Health
A new report from the Federal Social Insurance Office shows that mental illness continues to be the primary reason for disability claims in 2025, with a notable increase in the number of individuals, particularly young people, receiving vocational support.
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Health
The Federal Administrative Court has overturned a decision by the Swiss Red Cross, ruling that an osteopathy diploma from Germany is largely equivalent to a Swiss qualification. The court acknowledged a gap in 'primary care provider' training and has ordered a specific compensatory measure to be established, rather than a complete refusal of recognition.
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Health
An increasing number of middle-aged men in Switzerland are seeking testosterone replacement therapy to combat fatigue and low libido, sparking a debate among doctors about the complex diagnosis and potential risks.
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Health
A new report from the Federal Social Insurance Office (FSIO) reveals that mental health conditions were the primary reason for disability insurance claims in 2025, with a significant rise among young people. Vocational rehabilitation measures have increased more than threefold since 2008.
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Public Safety
A recent spike in drowning incidents across Switzerland, with at least 15 fatalities in the last 30 days, has prompted warnings from the Swiss Lifesaving Society. This article examines the statistics, risk factors, and vital safety advice for enjoying Switzerland's waterways during the warm weather.
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Food Security
With a new initiative pushing for greater food self-sufficiency through plant-based agriculture, shocking findings reveal that a third of vegetables from Asian supermarkets fail pesticide tests. We examine the intersection of food policy, consumer safety, and the push for sustainable domestic production.
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Corporate Accountability
An investigation by Radio France, RTS, and RTBF reveals that Nestlé identified infant formula contaminated with a dangerous toxin weeks before a global recall was triggered, opting for 'discreet' product withdrawals without immediately alerting authorities.
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Health
A joint media investigation has uncovered how Swiss food giant Nestlé organized 'discreet' recalls of infant formula contaminated with a dangerous toxin, raising serious questions about the timeliness of its alerts to authorities.
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Weather
The ongoing heatwave and drought are creating wide-ranging challenges across Switzerland, fuelling concerns about rising food prices, wildfire risks, and the safety of taking certain medications in high temperatures.
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Health
The June 2026 heatwave led to a statistically significant increase in deaths among people over 65. As the country faces warnings of another heatwave and heightened wildfire risks, a closer look at the data reveals the human cost of extreme weather.
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Politics
The National Commission for the Prevention of Torture has slammed Swiss practices for the forced deportation of people with mental health conditions. In its annual report, the watchdog demands better protection, citing inadequate medical assessments and care, and recommends halting repatriations for those currently in psychiatric treatment.
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Politics
The Swiss government is advancing a proposal to classify all sexual assaults as accidents, ensuring victims are consistently covered by accident insurance for resulting health issues. The planned amendment to the Accident Insurance Act has received broad support during consultations, aiming to close a 'shocking loophole' in the law.
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Weather
Swiss authorities have issued a level 3 heatwave warning for large parts of the country, with temperatures expected to reach 35°C. The heatwave has already begun in the south and will spread north from Tuesday, prompting high demand for cooling solutions.
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Health
The Children’s Hospital of Central Switzerland in Lucerne has become the first in the country to permanently implement 'Martha's Rule'. The initiative gives parents the right to an immediate, independent medical assessment if they have serious concerns about their child's deteriorating condition.
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Social Issues
A total of 2,380 children and adolescents were treated for suspected or confirmed abuse in Swiss paediatric clinics last year, the highest figure since data collection began in 2009. The data reveals a particularly sharp rise in cases of psychological abuse and exposure to domestic violence.
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