The price watchdog is criticising the price of generic medicines – noting the cost in Switzerland is far more than any other European country.
In Spain the cheapest generic drug is 27% less than here and, in the UK, as much as 84% cheaper.
The watchdog says there’s still scope for further healthcare savings and suggests pricing should be based on comparisons in other countries.
Geneva rejects DEI policy
The Geneva City Council has rejected a proposal aimed at strengthening diversity and inclusion policies.
Empty small pockets of standing water to stop the tiger mossie
Geneva authorities say the tiger mosquito begins reappearing with warmer spring temperatures.
Luxury car thefts up
Car theft is up, according to new data from insurer AXA, which says reported cases are now higher than before the pandemic.
Gym memberships at record high
Fitness membership has reached a new record, according to the latest industry figures, with 1.45 million people now registered at gyms, that’s around one in five adults.
Gotthard Pass opening earlier than planned
The Gotthard Pass will reopen on Friday, which is earlier than planned.
Man fined for frightening horses
A man in the Zurich Oberland has been convicted of animal cruelty after a bizarre incident in which he dressed as a horse and danced in a pasture, frightening a herd of horses.
