Bus Santé

The age at which girls have their first period (menarche) has been gradually falling over several generations. This trend raises important questions about its long-term implications for women’s metabolic, reproductive and social health. This study, conducted among more than 6,400 women in the canton of Geneva, shows that an earlier or later age at menarche is associated with different health profiles. These findings suggest that the age at which a girl has her first period could be a useful indicator for better identifying certain health risks throughout life.

This study shows an acceptance rate for the COVID-19 vaccination of 75.7%, with significant variation according to the socio-demographic characteristics of respondents (age, gender, income, urban or rural location).

This article shows that combining BMI with other body measurements (such as waist circumference) makes it possible to identify many more people at risk of obesity and cardiovascular or metabolic diseases than BMI alone, with better detection particularly in certain groups (the elderly or disadvantaged).

The data from the Bus santé study show a marked increase in people giving up healthcare for financial reasons, reaching 25.8% in 2025, or one in 4 people in Geneva. This trend follows closely on the heels of rising health insurance premiums, particularly among young people and women.