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A person holds several cigarettes in one hand and a vape device in the other hand, suggesting a choice between smoking traditional cigarettes and using a vape.

09 June 2026

Less smoke – more nicotine?

Fewer people smoke – but nicotine has not disappeared from everyday life; it has simply taken on new forms. E-cigarettes and nicotine pouches are more discreet, but they can also make consumption and health consequences easier to hide.

Three smartphone screens display a medical app. The screens show steps to prepare for an appointment: viewing instructions, adapting a medication list, and selecting relevant documents against a red background.

08 June 2026

More efficiency, speed and simplicity – the digital transformation is underway in hospitals

Less paperwork for patients and a simplified patient admission process for hospital stays at Spital Thurgau. Thanks to Compassana and Spital Thurgau, being admitted to hospital and discharged are seamless and efficient processes.

02 June 2026

Compassana Quiz number 18: Right or wrong?

Once a month we put your knowledge to the test. Is that right? Users can set their personal health goals in the Compassana app.

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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?

A medical professional is operating a mammography machine for a woman wearing a white coat and preparing her for a breast exam. A nearby computer monitor displays mammography images.

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.

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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.

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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.