Sexual health is about more than just preventing sexually transmitted diseases. It includes sex education, pregnancy, family planning, protection from discrimination and sexual rights. Future parents have many questions about pregnancy and childbirth. Information about what happens before and after the birth and labour law issues are therefore very useful.
Per la promozione della salute sessuale e per l’educazione sessuale di bambini, giovani e adulti esistono informazioni in diverse lingue. Tra i temi affrontati vi sono l’orientamento sessuale, i diritti sessuali e la prevenzione degli abusi sessuali.
The new leaflet is called "Contraception in Brief" and provides brief and concise information on various methods of contraception and emergency contraception in Switzerland. The brochure is a new edition of "Can we talk about it?" and is now available in G…
Für die Begleitung von Kindern und Jugendlichen bietet Kinderschutz Schweiz in Zusammenarbeit mit SEXUELLE GESUNDHEIT SCHWEIZ eine Informationsplattform für Eltern und andere Bezugspersonen zur Sexualerziehung an. Das Online Angebot gibt Antworten auf Frag…
Zanzu provides clear information in easy-to-understand language about sexual and reproductive health in 13 different languages. It makes communication about these topics easier, for example during a counselling session.
Lilli addresses teenagers and young adults with the aim of preventing violence and promoting sexual health. Our offer is low-threshold, free and anonymous. Visitors can ask questions without giving an email address. They will be answered by doctors, psycho…
Topics such as contraception, sexual health and the desire for children are very personal. Information that also meets the needs of underprivileged target groups is particularly important in this sensitive area.
The website www.sexandfacts.ch offers reliable and up-to-date information on a range of sexual health issues. Topics include: contraception, pregnancy (intended/unintended), genital (sexual) organs, and sexually transmitted infections. With just one click,…
• You will be able to give your child a healthier start in life. • The risk of miscarriage and premature birth will be lower. • The likelihood of a low birth weight will decrease. • The risk of sudden infant death syndrome will be lower.
The emphasis is on mother and child health and issues of family life for new parents.
Expectant mothers do not need to pay for their own prenatal examinations. The basic health insurance also covers the cost of childbirth. Free advisory services are available for the parents before and after their child is born.
There are a lot of things that you, as expect¬ant parents, will be wondering long before you hold your baby in your arms. This brochure provides you with information and tips about the things you can do now to make sure that you are well prepared for the b…
The following regulations concern pregnant employees, women who have recently given birth, and breast-feeding mothers.
Breast milk is the best food for babies. But breastfeeding doesn't always work straight away. This can unsettle young mothers and fathers. Easy-to-understand information and advice help them overcome difficulties.
The booklet answers the most important questions about breastfeeding. - breastfeeding preparation in pregnancy - breastfeeding in the first hours and days after birth - recommendations for breastfeeding frequency and duration of breastfeeding - breastfeedi…
Key sequences from the award-winning instructional film on breastfeeding "Breast is best" were selected by the scientific advisory council of Breast Feeding Promotion Switzerland: benefits for mother and child, bonding, correct positioning, breastfeeding p…
Breastmilk provides the best nutrition to ensure your baby’s health and a strong start in life. Studies have shown that a baby’s father has tremendous impact on whether, and for how long their partner nurses their child. It is important to use that influen…
Most people know that HIV is a sexually transmitted disease. However, there are a range of other sexually transmitted diseases too. The good news is that we can protect ourselves from them. You can find out about infection risks and how to protect yourself from sexually transmitted diseases.
Zanzu provides clear information in easy-to-understand language about sexual and reproductive health in 13 different languages. It makes communication about these topics easier, for example during a counselling session.
LGBTIQ is the international abbreviation for 'lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer' and is a group term for people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or have intersex or queer characteristics. LGBTIQ people are affected by stigmatization and social discrimination because of their gender identity or sexual orientation. They have an above-average risk of depression and addiction. Awareness campaigns and information aim to promote health, prevent illness, and protect this vulnerable target group from social and health discrimination.
"Female genital mutilation (FGM), is the term for the partial or complete removal of a woman’s external sexual organs.
It is estimated that about 138 million women around the world have been subjected to FGM. Each year, about three million girls, most of them under 15, are subjected to it. Even professionals working in the educational, healthcare and social services in Switzerland come across this issue in their work."
