Let's talk about illness. People living with illness describe the realities of daily life. Experts answer questions about the causes, symptoms and treatment plans for many different conditions.
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Causes and symptoms of narcolepsy
Dozy, lazy – sufferers are often faced with prejudice. We explain the causes and symptoms of the illness.
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Exercise helps if back pain disrupts sleep
Back pain can disrupt sleep and not enough sleep can increase the sensation of pain. Dr. Florian Brunner says what you can do to alleviate it.
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Flu and colds: these household remedies can help
Have you caught a cold or flu? Find out here which household remedies can help against fever, coughs and a sore throat.
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Cover abroad: Customers tell us about their emergencies
Customers recount their emergencies abroad.
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Lyme disease: how the disease progresses
Take action if you notice a skin rash or experience flu-like symptoms after being bitten by a tick: you may have contracted Lyme disease.
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Sleep apnoea – breathing interruptions at night
Across Switzerland, more than 150,000 people are affected by a sleep apnoea diagnosis. This illness significantly impacts the depth and quality of our sleep. In particular, the effects of sleep apnoea are noticeable during the day. Once a diagnosis has been made, treatment can be started.
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Natural remedies for rheumatism
Rheumatic joint pain can begin at any age. Get some advice on how complementary medicine can help you beat rheumatism.
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Do I have diabetes? Spot the symptoms
Diabetes does not appear overnight. Diabetes is often identified through gradual physical changes.
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Am I likely to develop diabetes?
High blood glucose levels are very common in Switzerland. Diabetes is linked to several risk factors.
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Type 1 diabetes: a diagnosis with consequences
Type 1 diabetes will have a significant impact on your lifestyle. Regular insulin injections are inevitable.