Tag: Healthcare Costs
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Health Insurance Premiums Rise Beyond Expected, Deloitte Study
Key findings from Deloitte’s premium analysis Swiss health insurance premiums are set to rise again in 2026, but a new Deloitte analysis suggests the increase will be stronger in several regions than the official forecast. Deloitte examined costs by premium tier and canton, drawing on a survey of about 1,300 insured individuals. While the official…
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The Case for a Single Health Insurance Fund Returns to Swiss Debate
Surging support for a single health insurance fund Nearly two-thirds of respondents in a Tamedia survey back the idea of introducing a single Swiss health insurance fund. The poll shows 68% answer yes or yes with some hesitation. This level of support crosses age groups, political affiliations, genders and income levels, suggesting broad public interest…
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Ticino Voters Back Health Insurance Premium Cap and Higher Deductibles
Ticino votes to curb health insurance costs The residents of Ticino backed proposals aimed at easing the burden of health insurance premiums in a turnout of 51.64%. The PS-backed initiative to cap premiums won 57.08% of valid votes in the canton, signaling a clear preference for curbs on rising healthcare costs at the cantonal level.…
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Ticino Voters Back Plan to Cap Health Insurance Premiums
Ticino votes to cap health insurance premiums The residents of the Swiss canton of Ticino have voted in favor of an initiative from the Social Democratic Party (PS) to cap health insurance premiums, with 57.08% approval. Turnout stood at 51.64%. The result marks a notable local express demand for cost relief in a system that…
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Ticino Health Insurance Premiums: Voters Back Cap Plan
Ticino voters back cap on health insurance premiums In the southern Swiss canton of Ticino, residents backed two initiatives aimed at reining in the cost of health care: a cap on premium increases and higher deductibles. The results reflect a clear appetite for curbing rising costs, even as opponents warn that such pledges may merely…
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Swiss Health Insurance 2026: Costly Yet Unnecessary Practices
Rising costs frame the conversation With health insurance premiums in Switzerland projected to rise by about 4.4% next year, the pressure on households and the health system is mounting. Four doctors closely observing the Swiss health system identify practices they consider costly but unnecessary, arguing that smarter, patient-centered care could curb waste without compromising outcomes.…
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Health Insurance 2026: Costly Yet Useless Medical Practices
Introduction: Rising costs and stubborn waste Health insurance costs are forecast to rise again in 2026, with premiums climbing about 4.4% as the system grapples with mounting care expenses. To understand where the money goes, four Swiss physicians were asked to identify practices that inflate spending without delivering meaningful patient benefits. Their assessments point to…
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Trump Pharma Tariffs: Who Stands to Lose?
What the tariffs actually do In a post on Truth Social, former President Donald Trump announced a 100% tariff on branded or patented pharmaceutical products imported into the United States, unless a company has an active project to build manufacturing capacity within the U.S. The policy is slated to take effect on October 1, 2025.…
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Understanding Health Insurance Costs for Immigrants in Switzerland
Introduction In recent years, discussions around health insurance costs in Switzerland have heightened, particularly regarding the financial impact of immigrants. A report by the Federal Statistical Office (OFS) in 2025 reveals surprising findings: immigrants in Switzerland cost the mandatory health insurance system an average of 985 francs less per year than Swiss citizens. This statistic…
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Understanding Health Insurance Costs in Switzerland: Immigrants Save Money
Introduction to Health Insurance Costs in Switzerland The landscape of health insurance in Switzerland has been a topic of considerable debate, especially concerning the costs incurred by different demographics within the country. A recent report from the Office fédéral de la statistique (OFS) presented a compelling argument challenging the perception that immigrants disproportionately burden the…