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First Aid for Amputated Limbs or Digits

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First Aid for Amputated Limbs or Digits

Not for the faint hearted…..Dr Michelle explains the First Aid for an amputated limb or digit

17th September 2019

Swallowed Objects

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Swallowed Objects

Dr Michelle explains what to do if your child swallows something they shouldn’t!

10th September 2019

Heat related illnesses

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Heat related illnesses

It’s hot, hot, hot out there…..Dr Michelle explains about heat-related illness and gives her top tips on staying cool during this heatwave.

29th June 2019

Swiss measles are on the rise

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Swiss measles are on the rise

Cases of measles are up so far this year in Switzerland with almost an 8-fold increase compared to 2018. Dr Michelle explains reasons why. Check your own measles risk here: http://www.stopmasern-risiko-check.ch/en-us/

17th June 2019

Helping someone with mental ill health

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Helping someone with mental ill health

It’s mental health awareness week in the UK and beyond, trying to help break down the stigma surrounding mental health. Dr Michelle speaks to Nurse Polly Pupulin about how you can help a person with mental ill health – both in an emergency and less urgent situation. Important numbers in Switzerland: 144/112 for an ambulance; […]

17th May 2019

Hear about the My Vaccines App

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Hear about the My Vaccines App

Whether you’re planning your next holiday and need to know if any specific vaccines are needed or you just want to check your current vaccine status, https://www.myvaccines.ch can help. Dr Michelle explains how this free, electronic vaccine record works. Smartphone App versions are also available.

9th April 2019

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