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Eine Person entspannt sich auf einem Strandstuhl, ihre sandigen Füße sind zu sehen, und hält ein Smartphone in der Hand, auf dessen Bildschirm die Benutzeroberfläche einer App zu sehen ist. Das Meer und der blaue Himmel bilden den Hintergrund und schaffen eine friedliche, tropische Atmosphäre. (Symbolbild: Adobe Stock)

26 May 2026

Question of the month: How does the Compassana app support me while I am on holidays?

Holidays at last! Your bags are packed, your passport is ready, and anticipation is building. But what if you suddenly come down with a high temperature while on the beach, get an upset stomach or twist your ankle while hiking in the mountains?

Eine medizinische Fachkraft bedient ein Mammographiegerät für eine Frau im Arztkittel und bereitet sie auf eine Brustuntersuchung vor. Ein Computermonitor in der Nähe zeigt Mammographie-Bilder an.

19 May 2026

«THE LUCERNE TOOLBOX 3»: A digital roadmap for breast cancer

An international team led by Professor Peter Dubsky has developed a toolbox demonstrating how artificial intelligence can help improve the detection and treatment of breast cancer.

12 May 2026

Diabetes: why regular checkups are so important

Find out what tests are recommended for the early detection of diabetes and how often they need to be performed.

05 May 2026

Compassana Quiz number 17: Right or wrong?

Once a month we put your knowledge to the test. Is that right? The Compassana app has an integrated secure messaging function for communicating with doctors.

A woman wearing glasses sits in a modern kitchen looking at her phone. Next to her, an illustration of a smartphone screen shows a business app with tasks and contact options against a red background.

28 April 2026

Question of the month: What can I do if the registration process has not worked?

Follow these straightforward instructions on how to register for the Compassana app to successfully set up your patient account.

A silver alarm clock shows 3:00 a.m., while in the background a person lies awake in bed, resting their head on a white pillow and looking at the clock in a dimly lit room.

21 April 2026

Sleep apnoea: how to recognise the warning signs – and what really helps

Do you have pauses in your breathing at night, snore loudly and suffer from excessive daytime sleepiness? Sleep apnoea is more common than many people realise, and it increases the risk of cardiovascular disease. Read on to find out how to recognise the warning signs, how it is diagnosed and what treatments really help.

A person is holding a yellow ribbon in their hands, symbolising support and awareness for topics such as suicide prevention or certain health conditions.

14 April 2026

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and going for regular check-ups can help prevent cancer.

One in four people in Switzerland dies as a result of cancer. That is why screenings, i.e. medical check-ups, play an important role in improving survival rates by detecting cancer and initiating treatment early on. A third of all cancers can be prevented by maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

07 April 2026

Compassana Quiz number 16: Right or wrong?

Once a month we put your knowledge to the test. Is this true? The Compassana app allows users to create health reports.

A smartphone displaying a medical assistance app in German on a pink background. The screen shows options for partner pharmacies, telemedicine and a medical directory, with a blue emergency button at the bottom.

31 March 2026

Question of the month: As a relative or carer, what do you need to know about Compassana?

Compassana can be a valuable tool if you are helping a loved one with their medical needs. It only takes a few simple steps to ensure that your loved one is well looked after in both day-to-day life and in the event of an emergency – in a digital and organised manner.