HealthFirst

HealthFirst Expertise you can trust Welcome to HealthFirst. We believe that it is everyone’s responsibility to know what to do in a medical emergency.

HealthFirst provides dynamic First Aid Training, Mental Health First Aid training, Health Promotion activities, tailored Health Screening Assessments and interactive Health Education to individual members of the public, schools and playgroups, sports clubs, businesses and international organisations throughout Switzerland. We know that people with some basic knowledge and skills can save lives and

reduce the impact of an injury or illness. Through our ensa Mental Health First Aid training, we teach how to proactively approach a person in mental distress, aiming to offer support before a crisis develops. We are also passionate about Health Screening and Health Education and we strive to empower people to manage their own health through greater knowledge and understanding. Our training and education is led by native English-speaking doctors, nurses and midwives.

How often are women told that their symptoms are “just hormones”?This Women’s Health Month, we’re encouraging more open ...
25/05/2026

How often are women told that their symptoms are “just hormones”?

This Women’s Health Month, we’re encouraging more open conversations, greater awareness, and reminding women that they deserve to be heard and supported. 💜

If this resonates with you or someone you know, don’t ignore the signs. Start the conversation.

Follow along as we continue sharing more important women’s health topics throughout the week.

Women’s health matters - at every age and every stage of life.Our HealthFirst team of trained professionals, advocates a...
22/05/2026

Women’s health matters - at every age and every stage of life.

Our HealthFirst team of trained professionals, advocates and experts in women’s health are proud to support and empower women to prioritise their well-being.

Follow along over the coming days as we share insights on some of the biggest health issues affecting women today.

Stay tuned for more on:
✔️ PMS
✔️ PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome)
✔️ Menopause
✔️ Heart disease

20/05/2026

A single tick bite can change everything.

This week on Dr Michelle’s Health Matters podcast: the hidden risks of tick season in Switzerland, who should get vaccinated, and the simple steps that could protect you and your family.

Listen and follow on Spotify or on our website. Link in bio

It’s OK to not be OK.As we close our Mental HealthFirst Checklist for Mental Health Awareness Week, our final reminder i...
18/05/2026

It’s OK to not be OK.

As we close our Mental HealthFirst Checklist for Mental Health Awareness Week, our final reminder is simple: ask for help. Remember, you don’t have to face things alone.

We’ve shared a few of the steps over the past week, and now the full Mental HealthFirst Checklist is available to download on our website.

📥 Download the checklist and keep it somewhere handy as a reminder to prioritise your mental wellbeing.

Gratitude goes a long way.Today’s step from our Mental HealthFirst Checklist is to take a moment to appreciate the good ...
16/05/2026

Gratitude goes a long way.

Today’s step from our Mental HealthFirst Checklist is to take a moment to appreciate the good things in your day, no matter how small.

What’s one thing you’re grateful for today? Share it in the comments. ✨

Time out is productive too.Today’s tip from our Mental HealthFirst Checklist is a reminder to pause. A short walk, a few...
15/05/2026

Time out is productive too.

Today’s tip from our Mental HealthFirst Checklist is a reminder to pause. A short walk, a few quiet minutes, or simply stepping away can help reduce stress and reset your mind.

What’s your favourite way to take time out? Share it in the comments and inspire someone else to prioritise their mental health. 

Connection is self-care too. Today’s step from our Mental HealthFirst Checklist is simple: spend time with people who su...
14/05/2026

Connection is self-care too.

Today’s step from our Mental HealthFirst Checklist is simple: spend time with people who support and uplift you.

Send this to someone you haven’t checked in on lately. You never know how much it could mean. 💛

💙 Happy International Nurses Day. Today we celebrate our HealthFirst team of exceptional nurses.Think of the nurses in y...
12/05/2026

💙 Happy International Nurses Day. Today we celebrate our HealthFirst team of exceptional nurses.

Think of the nurses in your life and tag one who deserves recognition today. 💙

Your mental health matters.To mark the start of Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re highlighting key steps from our Ment...
11/05/2026

Your mental health matters.

To mark the start of Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re highlighting key steps from our Mental HealthFirst Checklist. These simple yet powerful actions can help you support a balanced and healthy mind.

Follow along this week, and share this with someone who might appreciate these reminders.

07/05/2026

Looking for clear, evidence-based health information in English that’s relevant to life in Switzerland?

🎧 Tune in to Dr Michelle Wright's Health Matters podcast!

In the latest episode, Dr Michelle explains the new blood donation rules in Switzerland that came into effect in February this year, including who can now donate and why some long-standing restrictions have been lifted.

Listen on Spotify or via our website. Links in the comments 👇

Excited to share that Health Matters with Dr Michelle Wright will now feature monthly on The English Show on Radio X Bas...
07/05/2026

Excited to share that Health Matters with Dr Michelle Wright will now feature monthly on The English Show on Radio X Basel.

Each episode will explore timely, evidence-based health topics for an international English-speaking audience.

Tune in live or catch the replay to stay informed.

🔗 https://theenglishshow.com/

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