Health Equity
Our health system is based on the principle of openness and solidarity. It must be accessible to all, regardless of language, origin, social status or educational level.
Activities to promote health equity
Focus on the socially disadvantaged groups: facts & figures, basic reports and target groups.
Events on Health Equity
Sharing research findings and knowledge on the integration of disadvantaged groups; Health Equity Forum.
Making health promotion accessible to all
Resources for projects, health information and campaigns that take into account the needs of disadvantaged groups.
Strengthening health literacy of disadvantaged groups
The migesplus website, a practical guide to health literacy and other ways of improving knowledge and self-reliance.
Equal opportunities in healthcare
From the federal government’s point of view, appropriate healthcare should be available to everyone – regardless of sex, age or sociocultural background.
Healthcare professionals and managing diversity
Recommendations and options for training to improve specialist skills and expertise.
Community Interpreting
When direct communication is difficult, professional community interpreters can step in to help healthcare professionals and foreign language-speaking patients understand each other. The FOPH supports this key service for the healthcare sector.
Research on Health Equity
Information for specialists looking to devise measures and projects in specific fields.
Programme on Migration and Health 2002-2017
Strategic principles for promoting health equity and for integrating disadvantaged migrants.