Swiss health premiums rise again, but ageing is only part of the story

Swiss health premiums rise again, but ageing is only part of the story
Swiss health-insurance premiums are going up again. Average compulsory premiums will rise by 5% in 2027, to CHF 412 (US$ 500) a month. Anyone wondering what they will pay next year can check the federal government’s premium calculator. One common explanation for the relentless increase is Switzerland’s ageing population. Older people consume more medical care, […]