Our HealthFirst Blogs

Mental Health, Physical Health, Podcast

Bad Habits

This week, Dr Michelle tackles bad habits – how to understand them and, more importantly, how to overcome them.

31st January 2025

First Aid, Physical Health, Podcast

This week, Dr Michelle talks about a device that has the power to save lives in just moments – an Automated External Defibrillator (or AED for short) – the importance of using one quickly, and how you can locate an AED in an emergency. Check out the Defikarte.ch and Staying Alive Apps to help you locate your nearest AED in an emergency.

24th January 2025

Mental Health, Physical Health, Podcast

Staying Healthy in Cold Weather

In this week’s Health Matters, Dr Michelle dives into winter immunity – why it’s harder to stay healthy during the colder months, and how we can all support our immune systems.

9th January 2025

Blog, First Aid, Mental Health, Physical Health

HealthFirst Reflects on 2024: A Year of Impact and Collaboration

As 2024 comes to a close, HealthFirst is proud to celebrate a year of meaningful partnerships and impactful work with communities, charities, and foundations. Our commitment to improving overall health and well-being has driven us to engage in diverse initiatives across Europe. Read more about some highlights.

13th December 2024

Blog

Exciting News: HealthFirst Joins the Global Effort to Improve Newborn Care

Infant mortality rates remain tragically high in many parts of the world. At HealthFirst, we’re committed to being part of the solution.

11th December 2024

Blog, Meet the team

The Story of HealthFirst: Empowering Health Education Since 2012

HealthFirst was founded by two British-trained doctors with the mission to provide high-quality, English-speaking first aid training and health education in the Lake Geneva region. Read more about our journey and major milestones to date.

11th December 2024

Mental Health, Physical Health, Podcast

Cold Water Swimming Part 2

After hearing the potential health benefits of cold water swimming in part 1, Dr Michelle shares some top tips for practising cold water swimming safely.

9th December 2024

Mental Health, Physical Health, Podcast

Cold Water Swimming Part 1

Dr Michelle dives into the potential benefits of cold-water swimming in this Health Matters. Tune in next time for some important tips on practising this activity safely.

22nd November 2024

Mental Health, Physical Health, Podcast

Boost your Vitamin D

How can you boost your vitamin D this winter? Dr Michelle explains why this is important and her 4 top tips.

15th November 2024