Category: Miscellaneous
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Heatwave Action Plan in force from 18/06/2026
Rising temperatures and heat waves pose a serious risk to our health. Heat can cause fatigue, headaches and can also lead to dehydration or heat stroke. Simple actions can prevent these serious and harmful consequences to your health. You can consult the CERN Heatwave Action Plan for the latest information and news.
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The return of tick season
With spring here and summer just around the corner, it’s time to get back outdoors and enjoy the warmer and sunnier weather. But as we embrace the coming season, another season quietly returns with it: tick season. These parasitic-mites can carry serious diseases such as Lyme disease and tick-borne encephalitis (TBE). Find out more about…
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Seasonal allergies
Seasonal allergies, often called hay fever, are a common condition that affects lots of people each year. Medically known as allergic rhinitis, they occur when the immune system overreacts to airborne allergens such as pollen from trees and grasses. Symptoms can range from mildly annoying to significantly disruptive, especially during peak allergy seasons in spring…
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Diabetes Awareness Campaign – 21 May 2026
Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disease, affecting millions of people across all ages and backgrounds. It occurs when the body has trouble controlling blood sugar (glucose). This can happen when the body doesn’t produce enough insulin or can’t use it properly. Over time, high blood sugar can affect the heart, eyes, kidneys, nerves, and many…
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Exceptional closure of the UNIQA Help-Desk – morning of the 12th of May 2026
Exceptional closure of the UNIQA Help-Desk – morning of the 12th of May 2026 The UNIQA Help-Desk, located in the Main Building on the Meyrin site (62/R-003- CCSC), will be exceptionally closed on the morning of the 12th of May 2026. The Help-Desk will open again in the afternoon from 2 p.m.
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Mental Health Awareness Campaign 22 April 2026
Join the CERN Medical Service for the Mental Health Campaign held on the 22 of April 2026. This dedicated event will feature a lunch and learn conference on mental health. Find full details on the Medical Services website: A healthy mind for a calmer future: lunch & learn conference, 22 April 2026 | CERN 🧠 Mental health is a vital…
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Blood donation campaign at CERN – 21st and 22nd of July
The Medical Service, in collaboration with HUG, will hold a blood donation session on Tuesday 21 and Wednesday 22 July 2026. The sessions will take place in Building 29 on the Meyrin site, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. For more information, please visit the HSE website: Blood donation | HSE unit at CERN
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Staying Safe During a Heatwave
As temperatures rise, heatwaves can pose serious health risks, particularly for older adults, young children, pregnant women, people with chronic health conditions, and those who work outdoors. Taking simple precautions can help prevent heat-related illnesses. During a heatwave, staying hydrated is one of the most important protective measures. Drink water regularly throughout the day. Make…
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