Switzerland
More Than 700 Medicines Face Shortages Across Switzerland
More than 700 medicines are reportedly affected by supply bottlenecks in Switzerland.
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health
Swiss Survey Finds Little Support for a Sugar Tax
A survey commissioned by the Soft Drinks Information Group suggests that most respondents oppose a tax on sugary, salty or fatty foods, while supporting greater protection for children from advertising and a stronger state role in tackling obesity. The findings should be treated cautiously because the survey was commissioned by an industry body.
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healthcare
More than 700 medicines face shortages across Switzerland
More than 700 medicines are affected by supply bottlenecks in Switzerland, prompting renewed calls for stronger federal measures to secure supplies.
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Crans-Montana
Crans-Montana victims face anniversary memorial and settlement process
As the first anniversary of the Crans-Montana fire approaches, Valais is planning a memorial ceremony while Parliament advances a settlement mechanism worth up to CHF20 million.
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Switzerland
Swiss government opens door to national ban on conversion practices
Switzerland’s Federal Council is considering a nationwide ban on conversion practices intended to change or suppress sexual orientation or gender identity. The proposal marks a potential expansion of federal protections against harmful practices.
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healthcare
The Swiss government plans two new laws to support specialised care, information and advice for people living with rare diseases. A national register could follow from 2030, with more than half a million people in Switzerland estimated to be affected.
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healthcare
The Swiss government is preparing two laws to improve support for people with rare diseases, including funding for specialised care, information services and advisory structures. A national rare-disease register could follow from 2030, with more than 500,000 people in Switzerland estimated to be affected.
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climate change
A University of Geneva review of 71 studies suggests that emotional imagery and storytelling can motivate climate action more effectively than facts alone, while appeals to personal and collective responsibility may backfire.
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climate change
Switzerland’s record heat and rainfall deficit have prompted exceptional financial support for farms and forests, while a large majority of residents support stronger heat protections.
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radicalisation
The Swiss government, cantons and municipalities have launched a national charter and practical tools to address rising radicalisation among minors and the growing diversity of violent extremist movements.
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healthcare
National health insurance costs to rise significantly next year with varying impacts across cantons
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economy
Switzerland maintains strong fiscal health with third consecutive surplus since pandemic, driven by social insurance and cantonal performance.
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healthcare
Swiss government mandated to create comprehensive national strategy for Long Covid patients, aiming to standardize care and support for over 300,000 affected individuals.
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environment
National survey reveals 58% of Swiss support authorities' power to mandate relocations in areas facing medium-term natural disaster risks.
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health
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.
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environment
Geneva authorities implement immediate restrictions on lawn watering after discovering first Japanese beetle outbreak in Corsier, Meinier and Collonge-Bellerive areas.
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environment
Government plans to implement uniform CHF 300 fines for littering across Switzerland, replacing current canton-based penalty system.
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environment
Federal government launches consultation on uniform nationwide penalties for littering, with fines ranging from CHF 100 to 300 based on waste volume.
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health
Federal Council announces new healthcare policy making certain vaccines and colorectal cancer screening exempt from insurance excess starting 2026.
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healthcare
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
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