How do Swiss family physicians treat subclinical hypothyroidism?

Subclinical hypothyroidism is a common condition, and its prevalence increases with age. Currently, guidelines regarding the screening and treatment of subclinical hypothyroidism are controversial. An international survey of general practitioners (GPs), to which Swiss GPs also contributed, showed large inter-country variations in treatment strategies for subclinical hypothyroidism. These differences are mainly explained by the lack of strong evidence for the management of this condition. The European randomized-controlled clinical trial TRUST should help clarify recommendations for screening and thyroxin replacement for the elderly with subclinical hypothyroidism. Working in close collaboration with GPs in Switzerland for the recruitment of patients will ensure that the findings from this study will be applicable to primary care settings.

Enseignement et recherche

Le vote du 9 février sur l'immigration a eu des répercussions sur les programmes de formation et de recherche académique, Eramsus+ et Horizon 2020. - L'initiative « Protection contre la sexualisation à l'école maternelle et primaire » a récolté le nombre de signatures requises. - La question de l'équivalence des diplômes de la formation professionnelle supérieure a fait débat. - La loi sur la formation continue a abouti. - Le contre-projet indirect à l'initative sur les bourses d'étude propose une réforme de la loi sur les aides à la formation. - La participation de la Suisse à la « Source européenne de spallation ESS » à passer le cap du premier Conseil.