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03 February 2026

Changes to the Compassana app privacy policy

There have been some minor updates to the privacy policy in the Compassana Patient app.

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27 January 2026

Question of the month: How does the symptom check in the Compassana app help you in your day-to-day life?

A digital analysis of your symptoms – anytime, anywhere. In a matter of minutes, you can get advice on how to manage your symptoms and find out if you need medical assistance.

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20 January 2026

New feature: view your medical treatments directly in Compassana

Get an overview with just a few clicks: users can now view all of their billed health care services in a transparent and comprehensible way at any time directly in the Compassana app.

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20 January 2026

Focus on blood vessels: what are the five biggest risks – and how damage can be minimised and in some cases even reversed

What smoking, drinking, LDL cholesterol, elevated blood sugar and high blood pressure can do to your blood vessels – and why consistent efforts to stop smoking, physical activity, a healthy diet and effective medication can reduce the risk and reverse certain types of damage.

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13 January 2026

How can I avoid harmful substances in food?

Harmful substances can occur in food when it is stored, processed or prepared. Some substances are potentially carcinogenic. This is how you can reduce your exposure significantly.

06 January 2026

Compassana Quiz Number 13: Right or wrong?

Once a month we put your knowledge to the test. Is this true? Users can log their medication intake in the Compassana app.

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30 December 2025

Question of the month: How easy is it to use Compassana in my day-to-day life, especially if I am not familiar with technology?

Do you think digital healthcare sounds complicated? It doesn’t have to be! Compassana is designed in such a way that it can be used safely and easily, even if you don’t have much experience with technology.

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23 December 2025

Showcasing our technology partners: PXL Vision

At Compassana, we utilise state-of-the-art technologies to ensure maximum security and a streamlined user experience. Together with our partner PXL Vision, we facilitate secure and user-friendly identity verification.

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16 December 2025

Back pain due to narrowing of the arteries: pain free overnight

Nearly everyone is afflicted by back pain from time to time. In most cases it is harmless and disappears on its own after a few days. If the pain persists, however, it is best to see a specialist. This is because back pain can also be caused by the narrowing of the blood vessels as well as muscular and nerve-related issues.