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Mpox outbreak in Africa

A new variant of the mpox viral disease is spreading in Central Africa. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a health emergency. The risk of infection in Switzerland is very low.

The number of people infected with coronavirus has increased since May 2024. However, the variants in circulation do not cause more severe disease than the previous Omicron variants. Simple measures help protect against infection.

Foodborne diseases on the IDD

The FOPH is now publishing statistics on three foodborne diseases on its Infectious Diseases Dashboard (IDD): campylobacteriosis, salmonellosis and shigellosis.

Chemikalien, die Hormone stören: Fakten und Tipps

Endocrine disruptors: Facts and tips

Certain chemical substances can affect our hormonal system. Here you will find information on these substances, known as endocrine disruptors, and simple recommendations to limit your exposure to them.

Gesundheitsinformationen für Schutzsuchende aus der Ukraine

Health information for people who have fled Ukraine

Useful information on medical care, health insurance and other health topics in Ukrainian and other languages.

Publications

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Domestic violence: often underestimated

It happens out of sight but its impact is borne by us all: with more than 20,000 cases reported in Switzerland every year (and many more undocumented), domestic violence is a widespread problem that must be better addressed (available in German and French).

Obesity: a brain-related disorder

“Stigmatisation of people with obesity can only be countered by explaining to people that obesity is a disease”, says Prof. Katharina Timper (in German and French).

Insurance supervision activity report now available

The report sets out the principles, findings and measures in the supervision of health and accident insurance for 2023. Selected legislative projects are also presented (available in German and French).

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Strategy Health2030

Everyone in Switzerland should continue to benefit from high-quality, affordable healthcare. In the Health2030 Strategy, you can find out how the Federal Council intends to achieve this goal.

Newsletters

Newsletter Strategy StAR

Further newsletters available in German, French or Italian.

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