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Broken cigarettes arranged on a light-coloured surface to spell out the word ‘NO’, surrounded by scattered tobacco – symbolising a message against smoking.

10 November 2026

Smoking Is the Biggest Preventable Risk Factor for Cancer

It is well known that smoking is unhealthy. What is less well known is how many different types of cancer it can contribute to – and how much stopping smoking can achieve.

05 November 2026

AI in Healthcare: How Compassana Combines Innovation with Responsibility

The five levels of the AI strategy at Bluespace Ventures and Compassana

03 November 2026

Compassana Quiz Number 23: Right or wrong?

Once a month, we put your knowledge to the test. Is that right? Users of the Compassana app are in complete control of their medical information?

On the left is a red heart with a stethoscope; on the right is a smartphone displaying a German medical app, all set against a turquoise background.

27 October 2026

Question of the month: What do I need to bear in mind when using the Ada Health Check?

The symptom checker feature in the Compassana app helps you to get a diagnosis quickly and reliably. However, the app is only of limited use in certain situations, such as in the event of a medical emergency.

20 October 2026

Small, Crunchy and Underrated – Why We Should Eat More Walnuts

Walnuts provide valuable fatty acids, dietary fibre and a range of other nutrients. Even a small handful is easy to incorporate into your daily diet.

A person sitting on a sofa is holding their lower leg in pain; the calf area is highlighted by a red glow, indicating discomfort or injury.

13 October 2026

When leg pain may be a sign of a herniated disc

A slipped or herniated disc is a fairly common condition that affects the spine. PD Dr. med. Sven Hoppe treats many patients diagnosed with this condition at the Centre for Spinal Medicine at Hirslanden Salem Hospital. Most patients respond well to a conservative treatment approach.

06 October 2026

Compassana Quiz Number 22: Right or wrong?

Once a month, we put your knowledge to the test. Is that right? The Compassana app provides a free support service for all users.

Overview of the Compassana e-prescription app

29 September 2026

Question of the Month: How Do I Use a Swiss E-Prescription with Compassana?

Receive your prescription, save it in Compassana and redeem it at your pharmacy: the Swiss E-Prescription makes digital prescriptions possible. Find out how to use your e-prescription with the Compassana app.

Stefan Eggimann (Product Manager, left) and Filip Jovicic (Product Marketing Specialist)

23 September 2026

Technology Partners in Profile: MediData

MediData enables invoices to be exchanged securely and efficiently within the Swiss healthcare system. Through its partnership with Compassana, healthcare providers will be able to send invoice copies directly to their patients' Compassana app.