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Physical Health, Podcast
Some important changes from the Federal Office of Public Health this month concerning vaccination against tick-borne encephalitis: vaccination is now recommended in Geneva canton, and also for children from the age of 3. Dr Michelle explains more.
15th May 2024
First Aid, Podcast
Ambulance costs in Switzerland – have you got them covered? That’s the topic up for discussion with Dr Michelle in this week’s Health Matters.
1st May 2024
Physical Health, Podcast
Screening for colorectal cancer is recommended for anyone over the age of 50 in Switzerland. Dr Michelle explains the screening options, how to find out if your Canton runs a screening programme, and what to do if they don’t. Visit swisscancerscreening to find out more.
24th April 2024
Mental Health, Podcast
Just over one year on, Dr Michelle speaks with Matthias Herren who helped set up Heart2Heart, the English-language service of the Dargebotene Hand. You can find a listening ear by calling 0800 143 000 any day from 6pm-11pm, anonymously and free of charge.
17th April 2024
First Aid, Podcast
This week’s Health Matters is delving into a subject many dog owners may not have considered: when and how to give Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) to their four-legged friends.
10th April 2024
Physical Health, Podcast
Tick tock – Dr Michelle reminds us of the importance of vaccination against tick-borne encephalitis, with March to April being prime time to get your jabs!
27th March 2024
