Cardiovascular check
Do something important for your health. A cardiovascular check can prolong your life. In addition to identifying risk factors like high blood pressure at an early stage, you get tips on leading a healthy lifestyle.
The advantages for you
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Blood sugar, blood pressure and abdominal girth are measured.
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You get tips on leading a healthy lifestyle.
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Your questions are discussed with you in person.
- You can get a cardiovascular check without an appointment.
How the cardiovascular check works
Cardiovascular conditions are among the most common diseases and are the leading cause of death in Switzerland.
25 minutes for a healthy life
Some 120 TopPharm pharmacies offer the cardiovascular check. A specialist there will check your personal risk factors. Your blood sugar, blood pressure and abdominal girth will be measured. The results will be discussed with you, and you'll be given valuable tips.
The programme is currently only available in German.
Frequently asked questions
CSS pays a share of the costs through the Health Account. You pay for the consultation directly at the time, then submit the bill to us by post or via myCSS for reimbursement.
If more than two of the following risk factors apply to you, it's definitely worth having a cardiovascular check.
- Smoking
- Lack of exercise
- Unbalanced diet
- Stress
- Excess weight
- High blood sugar levels
- High blood fat levels
- Family history
What's more, the risk of cardiovascular disease is higher for men and tends to increase as you get older.
Yes. You can go directly to a TopPharm pharmacy near you.
