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«Work healthier. Live more consciously.» That is our aspiration, that is what we are committed to – because together, we want to make a positive difference. The new ifa video showcases our comprehensive commitment to health. It was created with the active support of the ifa team under the direction of Martin Skalsky.

Find out how to make good use of digital health services and what to look out for. Join us for our next online presentation ifa live in German: on June 12 at 6:00 p.m.

Find out when a cough is more than just a harmless cold. Join us for our next online presentation ifa live in German: on May 20 at 5:00 p.m.

After moving to the new location, the ifa was able to officially open the new health center in Oerlikon. It currently serves the employees of four contract companies in the area. They benefit not only from the advantages of a walk-in practice on site, but also from individually tailored health promotion and prevention campaigns. In this way, the ifa contributes to the promotion and maintenance of the health of employees in companies and at the same time promotes a cost-efficient healthcare system.

Learn in time how to strengthen your resilience for everyday life. Join us for our next online presentation ifa live in German: on April 8 at 5:00 p.m.

30 years of ifa. 30 years of commitment to health. High time to present the ifa and its activities in a video clip. Thanks to Martin Skalsky and his crew, the footage is now in the can. We are looking forward to the result ... Coming soon.

Around 25 percent of the Swiss population suffers from allergies, and the trend is rising. The SRF program «gesundheitheute» devoted itself to this topic and highlighted the latest developments. The ifa allergist Amanda Gonzalez also contributed as an expert.

On the occasion of its 30th anniversary, a delegation from Baden City Council visited the ifa's headquarters. During a tour of the practice and a subsequent presentation, they learned about the ifa's diverse activities and discussed the challenging framework conditions with the participation of the Aargau Medical Association. Because the ifa wants to continue to be a forward-looking healthcare provider for the population and companies in the future.

Find out why good sleep is so important for your health and what you can do if you have trouble sleeping. Join us for our next online presentation ifa live in German: on February 19 at 5:30 p.m.

10'304 – that's how many patients were treated at the ifa walk-in practice last year. A new record. The ifa walk-in practice is open on weekdays to anyone over the age of 16 with urgent physical complaints without prior appointment. We would like to take this opportunity to thank our colleagues whose dedication makes this important service possible for the people of the region.

Swiss television SRF visited the ifa. The occasion: filming for the program «gesundheitheute» on the subject of hay fever. The ifa allergist Amanda Gonzalez gave an interview about the most important aspects, while her team colleague Malin Oppliger provided support in demonstrating the relevant tests. The program will be broadcast on March 1.

Whether it's exercise, diet or sleep – learn to get rid of unhealthy habits and adopt new, healthy ones. Join us for our next online presentation ifa live in German: on January 14 at 5:00 p.m.

A year ago, we installed a large photovoltaic system at the ifa head office in Baden. As a result, we are now able to cover more than half of our on-site electricity needs. We are already looking forward to many more sunny days.

Find out what causes obesity and what can be done about it. Join us for our next online presentation ifa live in German: on December 10 at 5:00 p.m.

Future Day at the ifa: always great fun! From resuscitation (on a dummy) and X-rays to preparing a tasty and healthy meal, our junior staff really put their back into it. This leaves a lasting impression.

Learn about the effects of sugar impulses and how to deal with them. Join us for our next online presentation ifa live in German: on November 25 at 5:30 p.m.

The health of employees must be protected by law. Nevertheless, work can make people ill, whether due to the content of the work or the working conditions. The SRF health program «Puls» on Monday was dedicated to the topic of «occupational illnesses». During and after the program, Dieter Kissling, head of ifa, also answered questions from the audience in the chat.

You can read the chat transcripts here.

Find out what nicotine does to you and what it takes to quit for good. Join us for our next online presentation ifa live in German: on October 24 at 5:00 p.m.

Welcome to our new apprentices, Elena and Natasha! We are delighted that they are both training to become Medical Practice Assistants (MPA) at the ifa. Enthusiastic young talent is especially in demand in the healthcare sector. We wish Elena and Natasha many exciting experiences and a lot of fun in our team.

The ifa maintains a support fund for employees and their families in financial need. Surpluses are donated annually to charitable organizations and campaigns. This year, an extraordinary donation was already made in August for the victims of the devastating storms in Ticino, Valais and Graubünden. The ifa employees have now decided to support two further organizations at the Annual General Meeting: Redog, the Swiss Association for Search and Rescue Dogs, which are used in missing persons cases; and the Tamahú Guatemala relief organization, which provides training for nurses or clean water for remote indigenous villages.

Find out what you can do for your health, especially after your mid-40s. Join us for our next online presentation ifa live in German: on September 12 at 5:00 p.m.

On Monday, the Swiss CFO Day 2024 took place in Zug, this time with the topic «Sustainability». One of the speakers was Dieter Kissling, head of ifa, who took the opportunity to draw attention to occupational health aspects. If you want to do business sustainably, you have to keep an eye on the health of your employees. This is how companies fulfill their responsibility – and: It pays off. The smart ones invest in prevention, including when it comes to health.

Well done – congratulations to our apprentices Malin and Dylan on successfully completing their apprenticeships as MPAs. We wish them all the best in their further professional development!

Open day: Welcome to the new, modern ifa head office Romandie in Bussigny. From here, we will coordinate ifa's activities in French-speaking Switzerland – as close as possible to our customers.

The world of work is undergoing profound change – and not just because of digitalization. The increasing isolation of more and more people who have to commute farther and farther is putting a strain on mental health. At the same time, how can work be designed for an aging workforce? And what does sustainable work look like in the face of the climate crisis? Occupational medicine has to take these changes into account. This is the focus of the 37th National Congress of Occupational Medicine in Montpellier this week, which is also being attended by experts from the ifa.