Ideas on how to reduce health insurance

Monday, 10 July 2023 06:30

The cost of health insurance look set to be a major topic during this year’s federal elections.

The cost of insurance is expected to rise by around 6% next year.

The Liberal-Radical Party is putting forward a plan which they say could cut premiums by a quarter.

The party says it would allow for a more flexible type of policy which would allow people to select they would never ask for alternative medicine, such as acupuncture or homeopathy. And they would always accept cheaper generic drugs when available.

Other parties warn it could lead to a two-tier health system. The Socialist Party wants to bring in a rule that health premiums shouldn’t be more than 10% of someone’s income.

More from Bitesize News

Several injured in random knife attack

A man attacked several people with a knife yesterday afternoon in Zofingen in canton Aargau.
Push for Geneva to host song contest

Pressure is building to get canton Geneva to officially back the hosting of next year’s Eurovision Song Contest.
Govt says 'no' to song cash

As the potential cities vie for the right to host next years Eurovision Song Contest, the federal government have made it very clear – there will be no government money.
Unusual snowfalls on high passes

Despite being mid-May, the higher ground is getting a massive amount of snow.
Possible charge for Lauterbrunnen

The picturesque village of Lauterbrunnen in the Bernese Oberland is considering following the lead of Venice - and bringing in a daily charge for visitors.
Accident caused major disruption - man seriousy injured

Geneva rush hour traffic was severely disrupted yesterday afternoon after a 19-year-old scooter rider was hit by a tram in Rive.