We take health to heart
The Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH) is dedicated to the health of the Swiss population. It’s responsible for national healthcare policy and for health and accident insurance; and it promotes healthcare issues and interests on the international stage.
In focus
Orientation guide for radiological examinations
Is my patient aware of the risks associated with a CT scan? Does the radiological examination offer added value to the diagnosis? A practical guidance document helps those prescribing radiological examinations to choose the right examination, thereby enhancing patient safety.
Europe’s highest-altitude radioactivity monitoring station on the Jungfraujoch
The FOPH monitors radioactivity in the environment – particularly in the atmosphere – and now also on the Jungfraujoch, at more than 3,400 metres above sea level.
Protect yourself and others from respiratory infections
Pathogens such as flu viruses, the coronavirus and the Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) can cause respiratory infections. The symptoms of various respiratory diseases are similar. There is an increased risk of transmission and infection in indoor spaces where many people are gathered. How can we protect ourselves and others from respiratory infections?
Prices of medicines in Switzerland – FAQs
Access to essential and innovative medicines is crucial for good-quality healthcare. At the same time, the system must remain affordable. In setting the prices of medicines, the FOPH has to evaluate the benefits of treatments and strike the right balance.
