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'''OVERVIEW''' | '''OVERVIEW''' | ||
In Switzerland, you can obtain contraception, and you can purchase condoms without a prescription. However, you will need a prescription for most forms of contraception, such as pills or an intra-uterine device (IUD). Emergency contraceptive pills (morning after pills) are available in pharmacies, and no prescription is required. You can get an STI test at various clinics and health centers, and there are organizations and health groups that offer STI education and support. Abortion is fully legal and available upon request in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. | |||
Switzerland has one of the longest lifespans in the world. The majority of the populace is Swiss (70%, as of 2017), but there are also many foreigners, particularly from other European countries, such as German, Italy, Portugal, and France.<ref name="ciaworldfactbook_switzerland">[https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/sz.html CIA World Factbook - Switzerland]</ref> In terms of religion, 41% of the population consider religion to be an important part of their daily lives<ref>[https://news.gallup.com/poll/142727/religiosity-highest-world-poorest-nations.aspx Religiosity Highest in World's Poorest Nations]</ref>, and the most commonly practiced religions are Catholicism and Protestantism.<ref name="ciaworldfactbook_switzerland" /> | |||
==Contraception (Birth Control)== | ==Contraception (Birth Control)== | ||
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===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ||
* Tip: For a list of contraceptive options, you can check out this [https://www.sex-i.ch/en/contraception/ overview] from SANTE SEXUELLE Suisse. | |||
* You can purchase '''condoms''' in supermarkets, pharmacies, gas stations, erotic stores, and from online vendors, such as [http://www.shop.aids.ch/ the Swiss AIDS Foundation online shop]. No prescription is needed. | |||
* You can purchase '''oral contraceptives (birth control pills)''' at pharmacies, but you'll need to first have a prescription. | |||
* We know that the '''contraceptive ring (Nuvaring)''' was available in Swiss pharmacies in the past, but we'll need more updated information. You need a prescription before you can purchase the ring. | |||
===Costs=== | ===Costs=== | ||
* The cost of contraception is often not covered by Swiss health insurance.<ref name="internations_swisshealth">[https://www.internations.org/go/moving-to-switzerland/healthcare/personal-health-and-family-planning-womens-health-in-switzerland Personal Health and Family Planning: Women’s Health in Switzerland]</ref> | |||
==Emergency Contraception (Morning After Pill)== | ==Emergency Contraception (Morning After Pill)== | ||
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* You can find '''pads/pantyliners''' in Switzerland. | * You can find '''pads/pantyliners''' in Switzerland. | ||
* You can find '''tampons''' (with and without applicators) in Switzerland. | * You can find '''tampons''' (with and without applicators) in Switzerland. | ||
* You can find '''menstrual cups''' in Switzerland. For example, you can find Lunette and Mooncup sold in a variety of pharmacies, along with other brands. You can also purchase menstrual cups from online vendors, such as [https://www.afriska.ch/ Afriksa], [https://ladyplanet.ch/de/ladycup Lady Planet], [http://tampon.ch/ Tampon.ch] | * You can find '''menstrual cups''' in Switzerland. For example, you can find Lunette and Mooncup sold in a variety of pharmacies, along with other brands. You can also purchase menstrual cups from online vendors, such as [https://www.afriska.ch/ Afriksa], [https://www.amorana.ch/en/personal-care/menstruation-pregnancy/menstrual-cup/ Amorana.ch], [https://ladyplanet.ch/de/ladycup Lady Planet], [http://tampon.ch/ Tampon.ch] | ||
===Costs=== | ===Costs=== | ||
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In Switzerland, there are many gynecologists and women's health centers to choose from -- and you can browse resources like [https://www.doktor.ch/gynaekologen/index.html doktor.ch] to select your provider. It is common for clinic staff to speak many languages, including German, French, and English. | In Switzerland, there are many gynecologists and women's health centers to choose from -- and you can browse resources like [https://www.doktor.ch/gynaekologen/index.html doktor.ch] to select your provider. It is common for clinic staff to speak many languages, including German, French, and English. | ||
Generally speaking, Swiss health insurance covers the following: a breast examination, a blood pressure check, a blood test and urine test, and a pap test (i.e. a cervical cancer screening).<ref name="internations_swisshealth" | Generally speaking, Swiss health insurance covers the following: a breast examination, a blood pressure check, a blood test and urine test, and a pap test (i.e. a cervical cancer screening).<ref name="internations_swisshealth" /> | ||
===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ||
* [http://www.gynaekologie.usz.ch/fachwissen/seiten/allgemeine-gynaekologie.aspx University Hospital Zurich | * [http://www.gynaekologie.usz.ch/fachwissen/seiten/allgemeine-gynaekologie.aspx University Hospital Zurich, Department of Gynecology]: "In our gynecological outpatient clinic, we offer you the entire spectrum of gynecology. Our team is there for you." Registration and information: Monday - Friday from 7.30 am to 4 pm; Tel. +41 44 255 50 36; Email: frauenpoliklinik@usz.ch | ||
Department of Gynecology]: "In our gynecological outpatient clinic, we offer you the entire spectrum of gynecology. Our team is there for you." Registration and information: Monday - Friday from 7.30 am to 4 pm; Tel. +41 44 255 50 36; Email: frauenpoliklinik@usz.ch | |||
* [https://www.gynaekologie-zuerich.com/ Dr. med. Charles R. Wolf]: This doctor speaks German and English. He comes highly recommended from a local who says, "Super nice and thorough and answers questions thoroughly and patiently... He's really super cool. Some doctors are not cool with foreigners. He's great!" | * [https://www.gynaekologie-zuerich.com/ Dr. med. Charles R. Wolf]: This doctor speaks German and English. He comes highly recommended from a local who says, "Super nice and thorough and answers questions thoroughly and patiently... He's really super cool. Some doctors are not cool with foreigners. He's great!" | ||
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===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ||
Switzerland has a low maternal mortality rate (5 deaths/100,000 live births, as of 2015)<ref name="ciaworldfactbook_switzerland" /> | |||
===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ||
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===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ||
* [https://www.fiz-info.ch/en/Services/Counseling FIZ Advocacy and Support for Migrant Women and Victims of Trafficking]: The aim of our counseling work is to strengthen the self-determination and rights of migrant women. We support them in defending themselves against exploitation and violence, asserting their rights and interests, and finding their way out of difficult situations. Our counseling services are confidential and free of charge. We provide information on: residency rights, employment law, marriage/divorce law, victim support rights; the legal framework concerning sex work in Switzerland. We support women in: finding viable solutions in difficult situations; asserting their interests and legal rights; contacting offices, authorities, employers, landlords, social security services, and other bodies. Address: Badenerstrasse 682, 8048 Zurich. Phone: 044 436 90 00. Email: contact@fiz-info.ch | |||
===Costs=== | ===Costs=== | ||