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When Klara Sternenstaub and Ina Schnusel wander through the corridors of Zollikerberg Hospital, they bring more with them than just music, magic and red noses. As visiting clowns, they give patients moments of laughter, connection and respite – right in the midst of what is often a stressful hospital routine. With great sensitivity, they interact with people in very different life situations, experiencing touching, and sometimes quiet, moments that linger long afterwards. In this interview, they explain how they came to do this special work, what they have learnt about people through it, and why a brief moment of light-heartedness can sometimes make such a difference.

A brief bout of dizziness when standing up, light-headedness on a hot summer’s day or a sudden feeling of unsteadiness whilst walking – dizziness can take many forms and often leaves those affected feeling unsettled. Whilst heat or dehydration are often harmless triggers, cardiovascular diseases, metabolic disorders or other internal medical causes may also be to blame. Find out when dizziness is harmless, which warning signs you should take seriously and how we can help you with the diagnosis.