Stories from Bern · Switzerland
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Swiss Health Data Space Excludes US Providers
The Swiss Federal Office of Public Health is planning its own data space for patient data, named Swiss Health Data Space. US providers will be excluded due to the US Cloud Act.
Hantavirus Transmission Debate Continues
A Swiss speed limit of 120 km/h has remained unchanged for 41 years despite numerous attempts to alter it. Over 250,000 signatures have been collected, a record, for initiatives seeking to modify the limit.
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Swiss Citizens to Send Emergency Messages Via SMS
Starting in the summer of 2028, Swiss citizens will be able to send SMS messages to emergency services, including police, fire departments, and medical responders. This new communication channel aims to improve emergency response times.
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Swiss Council Refuses to Enshrine Femicide in Penal Code
The Swiss Council has refused to enshrine femicide in the penal code. This decision means femicide will not be recognized as a distinct offense under Swiss law. This decision was made despite ongoing discussions about gender-based violence.
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Swiss Health Office Reports Asymptomatic Case
The Federal Office of Public Health (Bundesamt für Gesundheit) reported that an affected individual is not showing any symptoms.
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Swiss Presidential Secretary General Dismissed Over Nepotism
The Secretary General of the Presidential Office was removed from their position following criticism regarding nepotism.
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Swiss National Council Rejects Working Hour Reduction From 50 To 45 Hours
The Swiss National Council rejected a proposal to reduce the maximum working hours from 50 to 45 hours.
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Swiss Population Overestimates Development Aid Cost
An annual study conducted by TIA with 4,500 participants indicates that the Swiss population supports development aid. The study also reveals that the public significantly overestimates the actual cost of this aid.
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Insel Hospital Strategy Becomes More Modest
Insel Hospital's new strategy no longer aims to become a world-leading hospital group, a goal previously pursued by its predecessor. The current approach is described as more modest, with a focus on cutting-edge medicine.
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Switzerland Has Eight Baby Windows
Switzerland has opened a baby nest facility, which was described as one of the first worldwide.
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