In general

No vaccinations are required to enter Switzerland. It is, however, important to bring any previous medical certificates or records with you from your home country. Swiss medical facilities are among the best in the world and of a very high standard, which is why there is a hospital or clinic on nearly every street corner. However, health care is expensive and it is recommended that you optain adequate health insurance soon after arrival.

Doctors

Once here, you should set up a general practitioner (Hausarzt) to refer to in case of illness – it is a matter of going along and trying them out until you find one that suits you best. The general practitioner will then refer you to a specialist or hospital if needed. Generally, it is common to have a separate doctor for children, a paediatrician who are specialised in treating children and women usually need to locate a gynaecologist for an annual check-up.

Listing of all doctors and dentists in Switzerland, www.doctor.ch

Mountain in Switzerland

Pharmacy

In every neighbourhood you will find pharmacies that are open during regular working hours. Swiss supermarkets do not sell any medications. For over-the-counter medications, such as painkillers and cough syrups, you need to go to a pharmacy. There are pharmacies at every main train station in Switzerland which are open 365 days a year. Please refer there for emergency medication. The opening hours are Mon – Fri 7am – 9pm and Sat – Sun 8am – 8pm.