HealthFirst

11/09/2026

A day to reflect, plan and look ahead. 💫

HealthFirst’s admin and leadership team came together for a strategy day, reflecting on how we can continue to improve, better serve our clients and empower people with health knowledge, practical skills and the confidence to take action.

07/09/2026

To mark , here’s more from our Well-being and Mental Health Director, Dr Mecky McNeil, on menopause in the workplace.

Listen to her conversation on The Dr Louise Newson Podcast.

Watch the full episode here: https://www.drlouisenewson.co.uk/.../why-are-women-still...

07/09/2026

Today is World Menopause and Work Day.

We’re celebrating by sharing insights from our Well-being and Mental Health Director, Dr Mecky McNeil, in her article, “Menopause in the Workplace: An Overlooked Driver of Performance, Retention, and Inclusion.”

Join us in raising awareness and learn why menopause is a workplace priority.

Read the article here: https://healthfirst.ch/company/blog/menopause-in-the-workplace-an-overlooked-driver-of-performance-retention-and-inclusion/

04/09/2026

An electric shock can cause serious injury, even when there’s little or no visible burn.

From a damaged cable at home to an electrical appliance near water, electric shocks can happen in everyday situations. Knowing what to do can make all the difference.

Our latest blog explains how electrical injuries affect the body, what to do if someone receives an electric shock, and when to call 144/112 or seek medical help.

Read the full blog on our website.

🔗 https://healthfirst.ch/company/blog/electrical-shocks-when-should-you-worry/

03/09/2026

What can we learn from professional reinvention?

Ruth Kearns Wollmann (Your Path to Success with Ruth Kearns Wollmann) shares 5 practical and relatable learnings from Dr Michelle’s story in her newsletter.

A thoughtful read about navigating change, following your passions and daring to try something different.

Over the summer I sat down with Dr Michelle Wright to interview her about her journey for my podcast, Your Path to Success with Ruth Kearns Wollmann. What I didn’t expect was that her story would be a masterclass in professional reinvention.

01/09/2026

A lovely evening with HealthFirst’s admin team, Dr Michelle and Dr Mecky. ✨

21/08/2026

You may know Dr Michelle as our HealthFirst Director, but there’s much more to her story.

She was recently featured on Your Path to Success with Ruth Kearns Wollmann, sharing her journey from GP in East London to health educator, radio broadcaster and co-founder of HealthFirst in Switzerland.

Listen in for an inspiring conversation about professional reinvention and what it takes when life unfolds differently from how you imagined.

What does it take to reinvent your professional identity in a new country — while still holding onto everything that made you good at your job in the first place? This episode is a story of professional reinvention: Dr Michelle Wright, a British-qualified GP moved to the Lake Geneva region 22 year...

20/08/2026

Looking for a peer-to-peer support community for men?

Blokes and Black Dogs is starting in Nyon, with the first session on 26 August at 18:30.

See the flyer for more details.

13/08/2026

The school summer holidays may be winding down, but there’s still plenty of summer and sunshine ahead. ☀️

Sunscreen isn’t just for holidays and beach days. UV exposure can affect our skin while we’re walking, exercising, gardening, hiking or simply enjoying lunch outside.

Regular sun protection helps prevent sunburn and premature skin ageing and, importantly, reduces the risk of skin cancer.

But are you getting the most from your sunscreen?

In our latest HealthFirst blog, we look at what to choose, how much to use, when to reapply, expiry dates and storage. Plus why sunscreen is only one part of effective sun protection.

So, while the school bags may be coming back out, keep the sunscreen handy.

Read the full blog on the HealthFirst website. Link in comments.

11/08/2026

Back to school in Switzerland?

Get our 8 tips to help keep your family healthy, happy and prepared.

✔︎ Vaccinations
✔︎ Medication
✔︎ Emergency contacts
✔︎ Health check-ups
✔︎ Backpack safety
✔︎ Head lice — and more!

📋 Read the full checklist before the school year gets underway.

🔗 Link in the comments.