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13.05.2025
Heatwaves in Switzerland: More Cantons Adopt Measures to Protect Health
Heatwaves are becoming more frequent and more intense – with direct implications for public health. Elderly people, children, people with chronic illnesses and those working… More...
12.05.2025
Main Causes of Death Among the Elderly in Switzerland Vary by Region
Researchers from Swiss TPH and partners analysed the main causes of death among the elderly (75 years and older) in Switzerland. The study found that where elderly people live… More...
28.04.2025
Obituaire : Prof. Dr Antoine A. Degrémont (15 octobre 1938 - 22 avril 2025)
Le 22 avril 2025, Antoine Degrémont est décédé à l’âge de 87 ans. Il a été directeur de l’Institut Tropical et de Santé Publique Suisse (Swiss TPH) de 1987 à 1997. Avec lui, nous… More...
23.04.2025
Pollen Season and Cognitive Performance: How Much Does Hay Fever Impact Us?
A new study by the University of Basel and Swiss TPH investigates the impact of pollen exposure on cognitive performance in allergy sufferers. Drawing on data from nearly 400… More...
22.04.2025
New Publication Sets Global Research Priorities to End Noma
A new publication by Swiss TPH and partners defines a global research agenda to tackle noma – a devastating and life-threatening disease mainly affecting children living in extreme… More...
14.04.2025
From Discovery to Action: Four Decades of Swiss Leadership in Chagas Disease Research and Control
Once confined to Latin America, Chagas disease has become a global health concern, affecting thousands in Europe as well. For over 40 years, the Swiss Tropical and Public Health… More...
04.04.2025
Psychosocial Risks Linked to Lower Wellbeing Among Swiss Farmers
Swiss farmers report lower levels of wellbeing than their urban and rural counterparts in the general population, with psychosocial hazards such as stress and poor sleep identified… More...
04.03.2025
First Preschool-Aged Child Receives New Treatment Against Schistosomiasis
The Pediatric Praziquantel Consortium has achieved a significant milestone with the first administration of its new pediatric treatment to a preschool-aged child in Uganda. The new… More...
21.02.2025
Transportation Noise Poses Health Risks for Children
A new study by Swiss TPH sheds light on the health effects of transportation noise on children and adolescents in Europe. The scientists found that noise exposure at school and… More...