Dr. med. Christine Stettner

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), measles has been considered "eliminated" in Switzerland since 2019. Nevertheless, there are still isolated cases and small outbreaks. What does this mean for parents and how can they protect their children? In this blog post, which we wrote together with Dr Christine Stettner, senior paediatrician, you will find all the important information on symptoms, progression, causes and other relevant aspects.

Chickenpox (varicella) is one of the most common childhood diseases and is highly contagious. In most cases, they are mild in healthy children, but can cause severe itching and discomfort. In this article, Dr Christine Stettner explains how chickenpox is transmitted, what the typical symptoms are, how the disease progresses and what measures can be taken to alleviate the symptoms.

Hand-foot-and-mouth disease (HFMD) is a widespread viral infection that occurs mainly in young children. Although it is harmless in most cases, it can be a challenge for those affected and their families due to its high risk of infection and unpleasant symptoms. We spoke to Dr Christine Stettner, a specialist in paediatrics and adolescent medicine at our paediatric clinic, to give you an overview of the causes, symptoms and course of the disease.