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Are you looking to report or register something, or have an application approved? Are you looking for a publication or interested in the latest news? You’ve come to the right place.
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Read the latest news and press releases, reports, documents and information on votes.
Publications
We draw on our specialist expertise to publish regularly on issues related to prevention and health promotion. Our output includes reports, legal opinions, information brochures and the BAG Bulletin.
Reporting and submitting requests
Reporting of infectious diseases, cancer cases, tobacco products and discounts on medicinal products: find out what information needs to be submitted to the FOPH and how the reporting and notification process works.
MedReg register of medical professions
Under the revised Swiss Medical Professions Act, as of 1 January 2018 anyone exercising a medical profession requiring a university qualification who works in Switzerland must be recorded in the register of medical professions. Medical professionals who have not registered before 1 January 2018 have a two-year grace period in which to do so.
Submit applications for foreign qualifications in the medical and psychology professions
The FOPH evaluates applications for the recognition of foreign diplomas and qualifications in medical and psychology professions. You will find more information below.
Applications & approvals
Care providers, research establishments and other organisations needing to submit an application for a licence or permit will find all the information they need to proceed correctly here.