Although the region is rich in outdoor activities year-round, we’re fortunate that with the first snowfall, winter sports are ushered into the mix —from skiing and snowboarding to Nordic skiing, ice skating and snowshoeing. These activities are an excellent way to stay active and appreciate the impressive mountain scenery, but they also carry certain risks that can easily be underestimated.
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Bien que notre région offre de nombreuses activités de plein air tout au long de l’année, nous avons la chance qu’avec les premières chutes de neige, les sports d’hiver viennent compléter la palette d’activités — du ski et snowboard au ski de fond, patinage et raquettes. Ces activités sont un excellent moyen de rester actif et d’apprécier les paysages montagneux impressionnants, mais elles comportent également certains risques qu’il est facile de sous-estimer.
Sécurité sur les pistes
Que vous soyez débutant ou skieur confirmé, quelques précautions simples peuvent réduire considérablement le risque de blessures :
• Échauffez-vous correctement avant de descendre les pistes.
• Portez un équipement adapté, notamment un casque, des gants et des vêtements en couches.
• Respectez les balises et choisissez des pistes correspondant à votre niveau.
• N’hésitez pas à réserver des cours avec un professionnel.
• Restez attentif aux conditions météorologiques.
L’Italie est le premier pays au monde à rendre le port du casque obligatoire dans toutes les stations de ski.
Pour plus d’informations sur la prévention des blessures liées aux sports d’hiver et comment le CHIS couvre ces accidents, consultez l’article du Service Médical inclus dans notre numéro de décembre du CHIS Bull’.
En ville – attention aux glissades
Même en dehors des sports d’hiver, les surfaces glacées représentent un risque au quotidien :
• Portez des chaussures offrant une bonne adhérence pour limiter les risques de chute.
• Marchez lentement et faites de petits pas lorsque les trottoirs ou parkings sont verglacés.
• Gardez les mains libres autant que possible, les mettre dans les poches rend l’équilibre plus difficile à retrouver.
• Soyez vigilant face au verglas noir.
Sur les pistes ou en ville, en restant attentif à votre environnement, en utilisant un équipement adapté et en faisant attention aux surfaces glacées, vous pouvez
Movember is almost here — and it’s more than just moustaches.
Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers among men[1], especially those over the age of 50[2]. Early detection through regular screenings can significantly improve outcomes, which is why awareness and proactive health checks are so important.
Encompassed in the campaign is also the awareness of testicular cancer. Testicular cancer is less common than prostate cancer, but it primarily affects younger men[3]. Self-checks and regular screenings can help to detect the cancer early.
For more information on the cancer awareness campaign this November with the Medical Service, please visit their website: Cancer awareness and prevention | HSE unit at CERN
The medical service, in collaboration with HUG, will hold a blood donation campaign on 18th of November 2025.
The event 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
Throughout the month of November, the “Month Without Tobacco” initiative provides you with the tools and support needed to succeed in stopping smoking. Please click on the title for more information.
Mushroom picking is one of autumn’s pleasures… provided you know what you’re doing! If in doubt, never pick an unknown mushroom — some of the 3,000 species recorded in France can be toxic or even deadly. Click on the title for more information.
Flu is a contagious virus that can cause anything from mild illness to serious complications, especially in high-risk groups like young children, older adults, pregnant people, and those with underlying health issues or weakened immune systems. Please click on the title for more information.
On 9 October, from 11:30 to 13:30, the CERN Medical Service invites you to join its conference for the mental health campaign: “A Healthy Mind for a Calm Future.”
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Colorectal cancer is one of the most common types of cancer but, when detected early, it can often be treated successfully. [1]
This year, the CHIS has signed an agreement with the UNILABS laboratory in Switzerland to facilitate access to colon cancer screening for its members aged 50 and over.
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October 2025
Auxiliary medical care encompasses a vast range of services, and the rules governing how it is covered frequently give rise to questions from members. Below is a non-exhaustive list of the medical auxiliaries most frequently covered by the CHIS, for most members, provided that you have a medical prescription.
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