Tag: health insurance coverage
Winter 2023: Which Rapid Screening Tests for Flu, Covid, and RSV Are Covered?
In May 2023, the WHO declared the end of Covid-19 as a global health emergency. By January 17, 2025, France will cease reimbursement for rapid Covid tests in pharmacies after…
Early Tumor Detection: Two Key Changes Recommended by Cancer Researcher
Colorectal cancer poses a serious threat in Germany, with around 55,000 new diagnoses and 24,000 deaths annually. Hermann Brenner emphasizes the need for improved early detection through better screening methods,…
Understanding the Conditions for Social Security Reimbursement of Thermal Cures
Thermal cures, endorsed by the Academy of Medicine, utilize mineral-rich thermal waters to treat various chronic conditions over an eighteen-day period. These therapeutic retreats, often prescribed by doctors, can help…
Ozempic Unveiled: Originally for Diabetes, Now Covered for Obesity Treatments by Insurance Companies
Switzerland is experiencing a significant health crisis among diabetes patients, with inadequate treatment and rising medication costs, particularly for Ozempic, which has surged over 40% since 2020. The popularity of…