Contributions around the world of medicine
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Urotherapy explained: A conversation with our urotherapist
Pelvic floor and bladder problems can affect both women and men at different stages of life. At our gynaecological clinic, urotherapist Sylvia Böhler primarily supports women – for example, following pregnancy and childbirth, or with symptoms associated with ageing. In this interview, she explains when it is advisable to seek help and why nobody should simply have to put up with these symptoms.
Podcast
The New Morning: Report: Prevention with bacteriophages – How viruses benefit our health
Salmonella, Listeria and other pathogens can pose a serious threat to our health. This makes it all the more important that contaminated food can be recalled promptly and effectively. However, it is even better if such bacteria cannot contaminate our food in the first place.
events
Exhibition ‘Between Heaven and Earth’
From Friday 6 November 2026 to Sunday 24 January 2027, Esther Rauch’s exhibition ‘Between Heaven and Earth’ will be on display on the first and second floors of Zollikerberg Hospital. The landscape paintings and photographic prints invite visitors to take a closer look and make new discoveries.
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Febrile convulsions in children: Don’t panic! The emergency plan for parents
A febrile seizure in your own child usually comes as a great shock to parents. When a child suddenly loses consciousness or starts twitching, panic often sets in. What triggers this condition and how should you react correctly in an emergency? In this guide, you’ll learn about the medical causes and receive practical first-aid advice. In addition, Dr Vasiliki Vasilopoulou, senior consultant at the paediatric emergency department at Zollikerberg Hospital, explains how parents can remain calm and when to call the emergency services.
Press releases
Honorary award for the ‘father’ of our parents’ driving school
Dr Peter Reinhard was awarded the Remo Largo Honorary Prize by the Swiss Society for Developmental Paediatrics for developing the parents’ support programme at Zollikerberg Hospital. This weekly, free programme, run by the Department of Neonatology and the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, supports parents during the first few weeks after the birth.
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Breast cancer: ‘The earlier we detect a tumour, the better we can treat it’
What changes in the breast should women have investigated? When is early detection advisable, and how can breast cancer be treated on an individual basis today? Dr Teelke Beck, Senior Consultant at the Zollikerberg Breast Centre, answers the most important questions about breast cancer – from risk factors and early detection to modern therapies and complementary medicine.
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The baby blues: When your emotions go on a rollercoaster ride after giving birth
In the first few days after giving birth, many mothers experience a rollercoaster of emotions. Joy and happiness can alternate with exhaustion, uncertainty or tears. This temporary dip in mood is known as the ‘baby blues’. Inge Werner, a breastfeeding counsellor at the Maternité in the Women’s Clinic at Zollikerberg Hospital, explains what lies behind it, what helps during this phase and the important role partners play in it.
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Breast cancer: ‘You don’t have to go through this alone’
A diagnosis of breast cancer often raises many questions – medical, personal and everyday ones. Breast Care Nurse Ms Spörri supports patients at the Zollikerberg Breast Centre from diagnosis through to treatment and aftercare. In this interview, she explains what concerns those affected most, how they and their families are supported, and why having a trusted point of contact during treatment can be so valuable.
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How healthy is my heart? 7 signs you should get checked out
Our heart works round the clock – usually without us even realising it. But what if it suddenly skips a beat, starts beating faster, or we find ourselves unusually out of breath during everyday activities? Not every change is a sign of heart disease. However, certain symptoms should be investigated more closely. Our cardiologist, Dr Reto Berli, explains which seven signs you should take seriously and when a cardiological assessment is advisable.