It is difficult to see this systemic relationship on your own, and this is where preventive medicine comes to the rescue.
Back in 1903, inventor and entrepreneur Thomas Edison predicted: “The doctor of the future will not prescribe drugs. Instead, he will awaken the patient's interest in his body, as well as the cause and possibility of preventing the disease. This principle has become the main one in Swiss preventive medicine, which is very different from the format of routine medical examination and a one-time visit to the doctor during an exacerbation of the disease, which is usual for Russia.
Clinics, hospitals, diagnostic centers and private doctors in Switzerland are focused on preventing the development of diseases as much as possible. Helping clients optimize their lifestyles, maintain health and fitness, and ensure a high quality of life - all this is considered by most doctors among the main tasks. And this is no less important than the treatment itself. A therapist in Switzerland is not just a doctor who sends a patient to another narrow specialist to solve a specific problem, it is, first of all, "Dr. House".
Swiss therapists are primarily responsible for assessing health status through analysis of family history and personalized diagnostic methods, finding sources of problems and developing individual recommendations.
Swiss clinics are distinguished by a balanced approach aimed at maximum efficiency. It brings together teams of the best doctors from various fields of medicine, from therapists to surgeons, who provide a high level of patient care and help them improve their quality of life.
The development of preventive medicine, as well as advances in genetics and telemedicine, have a positive effect on the cost of programs. In particular, those studies that were previously extremely rare and expensive are now recognized as the standard of modern medicine.
The philosophy of a healthy life
Preventive medicine is not just an important part of Switzerland's healthcare system, the best in Europe according to the Euro Health Consumer Index. This is the way of life of the Swiss, part of their traditions and mentality. And it's not only and not so much about the high quality of food and the purest nature, although this is also very important. Life is in motion, and this is absolutely natural for any age. Swiss adults spend a lot of time outdoors: 85% of them prefer to relax in nature rather than at home. The number of physically active people in the country is constantly growing, in recent years it has increased from 62 to 76%. Downhill and cross-country skiing, hiking in the mountains, ski touring - in winter, bicycles, hiking, water sports - in the warm season: the Swiss cannot imagine their life without active recreation and sports. This attitude is brought up from childhood:families walk a lot in the mountains and around lakes, ride bicycles and rollerblades together. Children try various sports, and physical education classes in schools are certainly held on the street, and often in the mountains.
A calm and balanced attitude towards life among the Swiss applies to everything related to nutrition. Snacks are not accepted in Switzerland, in some cities for a long time there was not even a fast food popular in other countries. Less is more - this is the way Swiss food is concerned. This is largely why Switzerland, according to the EU statistical office, has the highest life expectancy in Europe: 81.5 years for men and 85.3 years for women. Together with Japan, the country leads among the states with the slowest aging inhabitants. Unsurprisingly, Switzerland is the third happiest country in the world. This suggests that the country has a low level of depression and stress.
Being a little Swiss and adopting the best from the local way of life is not so difficult - it is enough to come to Switzerland, if possible for a week or two. Time in this country flows differently, without fuss and rush. The difference is felt literally from the very first moments: clean air, delicious water directly from the tap, stunning landscapes and complete tranquility. Switzerland respects the right to privacy and is very sensitive to everything that affects security and confidentiality. And, of course, this applies to the maximum extent to everything related to health care, even if it is not about treatment.
The differences are palpable everywhere: even the most common foods for breakfast and dinner are natural and of very high quality. Switzerland has been an agricultural country for many centuries, and many products (such as the famous Swiss cheeses) are still made by hand, just as they were hundreds of years ago. The Swiss themselves prefer to buy food from small markets, farmers and private shops, although in all supermarkets the usual products are of very high quality.
Understand themselves
Regular examinations, or check-ups, are a check on the condition of the body, taking into account age, gender, heredity and possible health problems. In Switzerland, it is very convenient to pass a check-up, first of all, it can be done as efficiently as possible: in a short time, without queues, hassle and negative emotions. Doctors recommend starting regular medical examinations after 30 years, when the first age-related changes occur in the body. After 40 years, according to statistics, the risk of developing a number of diseases, including serious ones: cancer, diabetes, heart attack and stroke, osteoporosis, and others, sharply increases. Changing your lifestyle, correcting nutrition and physical activity help to solve a number of problems, and the advice of a competent doctor will help you stay healthy for as long as possible. After 60 years, you need to be especially careful to identify and treat diseases at an early stage. During this period, it is very important to strictly follow the recommendations of specialists; in case of serious diseases, it makes sense to find out a "second opinion". At an older age, the preservation of the quality of life and active longevity come to the fore.
Swiss clinics offer diagnostic programs of varying duration. The basic option can usually be completed in one day, the advanced programs take up to three days. A standard check usually includes general blood and urine tests, a biochemical blood test, an electrocardiogram, and an ultrasound scan. If there are certain complaints or the closest relatives have had cases of serious illnesses, you can undergo a specialized examination: cardiological, gastroenterological, neurological, orthopedic, complex vision diagnostics, ENT examination or memory tests (this type of screening plays an important role in the diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease). Additionally, an analysis of epigenetic biomarkers can be carried out: it helps to determine the biological age of the client,to offer him personalized anti-aging treatments and a health support plan. Older clients are advised to undergo a procedure for measuring body composition and bone density: this allows you to assess the likelihood of fractures and prescribe preventive medication.
Despite the coronavirus, Russian guests are allowed to enter Switzerland for medical treatment. Before arriving, the client will be sure to find out the anamnesis, ask about the symptoms and reasons for the treatment, after which the clinic forms an individual examination and consultation plan. After receiving the results, the therapist talks about the main health problems and gives recommendations on lifestyle, diet, physical activity and (if necessary) the course of treatment. Doctors accompany their clients after the completion of examinations and interpretation of analyzes, tracking changes in health indicators and adjusting recommendations. Of course, in the modern world there are various means of communication, and frequent personal visits to the therapist are not at all necessary. Telemedicine, a variety of applications and programs make it easy to collect,save and transmit information about various health indicators to the doctor. Many Swiss clinics have their own digital platforms for online consultation, which is very convenient. A check in Switzerland is not just a necessary investment in your health, it is confidence in the quality of services and, ultimately, confidence in your abilities. And this is very important in our difficult times.
Kind with healthy
Depending on the purpose of your trip to Switzerland, you can choose a convenient format and duration of the survey. If you need to focus on your health, you should go directly to a specialized treatment center focused on early diagnosis and therapy. Specialized clinics are located not only in large cities such as Zurich, Basel or Geneva, but also in the Alps and by picturesque lakes. If the survey only complements your vacation, you should pay attention to hotels that cooperate with leading clinics. When choosing this option, you can successfully combine the required examination with an active vacation, wellness or business trip.
In Switzerland, hotels and resorts undergo serious government certification, and if the resort is marked as a wellness destination, then these are not just words for advertising. There are eleven such resorts in Switzerland: St. Moritz, Leukerbad, Gstaad, Scuol, Charmey, Baden, Bad Zurzach, Bad Ragaz, Ascona and Locarno, Interlaken and Rheinfelden. Each of them offers a wide range of wellness services, as well as professional prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation programs. In addition, a check-up or serious treatment can and should be combined with a visit to thermal centers. The healing properties of thermal water in Switzerland have been known since the time of the Roman Empire, but in those days it was not yet called wellness. But even today, mineral-rich hot water from the springs literally works wonders. That is why in Bad Ragaz,Leukerbad, Bad Zurzach, Scuol and other resorts regularly receive thousands of guests - water really helps with a whole bunch of diseases. And one more big plus: after physical exertion, outdoor activities in the mountains, in thermal springs or just in the pool at the hotel, excellent sleep is guaranteed. And this is the key to a good mood, excellent health and performance.
Expert advice
The coronavirus infection has turned the world upside down. A pandemic, an overworked healthcare system, teleworking, and constant stress are not conducive to good health and mood.
The Swiss Tourism Office has initiated and is supporting the Clean & Safe marketing campaign. A special distinctive sign indicates that a resort, hotel, transport or restaurant has a customer safety plan in place to minimize the spread of the coronavirus. This is not only about regular cleaning and disinfection, but an extensive list of other measures. The associations GastroSuisse and HotellerieSuisse have proposed safety standards for hotels offering wellness and spa treatments so that guests can enjoy their pools, baths, saunas and baths in peace. In Switzerland, even before the pandemic, everything related to hygiene and safety was taken very seriously, so the new requirements related to the coronavirus were received with understanding and respect.
Swiss doctors have developed a number of recommendations both for those who have already encountered COVID-19 and for everyone else. Unfortunately, the pandemic has led to an overall deterioration in the health of populations around the world. Among the main recommendations of doctors is to try to comply with the daily routine, despite the remote work schedule, limit working hours and allocate enough time for communication with family, movement, walks and proper sleep. Among the main problems are physical inactivity and excessive nutrition, which ultimately leads to an increase in diseases of the cardiovascular system and other pathologies. Doctors advise you to definitely find time for active recreation and sports, walking in the fresh air, for everything that brings pleasure. To cheer up, sometimes it is enough just to switch to your favorite activity, hobby for a while, to devote time to yourself,take care of beauty, health and inner harmony. Experts also insist that at the first signs of depression, anxiety and depression, it is worth contacting a professional psychotherapist or psychologist, at least remotely. By the way, Switzerland has a very strong psychotherapeutic school, and everything that relates to this area is taken very seriously there. So, as soon as the opportunity arises, you should definitely break out to Switzerland for at least a few days: there it is much easier and faster to find a good mood and inner peace. In the meantime, we adopt the experience of the Swiss and take care of ourselves.at least remotely. By the way, Switzerland has a very strong psychotherapeutic school, and everything that relates to this area is taken very seriously there. So, as soon as the opportunity arises, you should definitely break out to Switzerland for at least a few days: there it is much easier and faster to find a good mood and inner peace. In the meantime, we adopt the experience of the Swiss and take care of ourselves.at least remotely. By the way, Switzerland has a very strong psychotherapeutic school, and everything that relates to this area is taken very seriously there. So, as soon as the opportunity arises, you should definitely break out to Switzerland for at least a few days: there it is much easier and faster to find a good mood and inner peace. In the meantime, we adopt the experience of the Swiss and take care of ourselves.
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