SWICA's world of health: stories about wellbeing

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Severe abdominal pain: a phone call finally brought clarity

For many women, abdominal pain is part and parcel of everyday life. But what can you do if it keeps recurring and getting stronger – and no one can explain why? Kili Liz Thomsen lived in this limbo for a long time, until a phone call provided guidance and a sense of being understood.

Cycle-based training: exercise in sync with your body

Some workouts feel easy. Yet on other days, the same training routine can be surprisingly strenuous. Sleep, stress and nutrition are familiar factors, but another that was largely overlooked for a long time may also play a role: the menstrual cycle.

Flu Update: Flu is back!

“Rheumatism in the Swiss healthcare system: the elephant in the room”

2.8 million people in Switzerland suffer from rheumatic diseases, yet the condition is often invisible. Annette Stolz, CEO of Rheumaliga Schweiz, explains why education alone is not enough, where the greatest gaps in care can be found, and why exercise is often the best medicine – even when it hurts.

Do psychological issues vary by gender?

Why are the signs of a mental crisis spotted early in some people, while for others they remain hidden for a long time? Mental health issues can express themselves in different ways, and are not always perceived the same. Gender can also be a factor.

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Women’s choice – a turning point in women’s health policy?

From endometriosis and menopause to gender medicine, women’s health issues are higher on Swiss policymakers’ agenda than ever before. But getting to this point has been a rocky road. Efforts to plug historical research gaps, societal debates and parliamentary initiatives have combined to ensure that women’s health is increasingly understood as a health policy issue in its own right.

Safe and worry-free hiking with the right equipment

Just put on your shoes, grab your backpack and head off to the mountains – hiking feels like an accessible way to enjoy nature. But upon further consideration, the Swiss national sport feels much more complex. Get some guidance on suitable equipment, trip preparation and practical assistance for a successful outing in the mountains.