Switzerland Guide: Health

One of the most important things when going abroad is to make sure that you are covered in case of accidents or illness. Our health guide provides information on health insurance, hospitals, doctors and pharmacies.

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  Introduction

  Doctors, dentists and hospitals

  The Swiss health care system has gained a reputation of being one of the best in the world. There is an extensive network of hospitals and doctors, waiting lists for treatment are rare and medical facilities have the latest technology. However, as with most things in Switzerland, there is a price tag attached to this quality!

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  Pharmacies

  Tips on buying drugs and medicines

  Drugs and medicines can be obtained by your local pharmacy – which can be easily recognized by the sign of a green cross on a white background.

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  Emergencies

  Emergency numbers, doctors and ambulances

  In cases of emergency ( Notfall/urgence), you should call the relevant emergency phone number you can find on the back of all Swiss phone directories.

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  Health insurance

  Health insurance system in Switzerland

  According to the Health Insurance Act (Krankenversicherungsgesetz - KVG) every person living in Switzerland is obliged to take out a basic health insurance policy (Grundversicherung).

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