INSIGHTS
Health insights & resources
Expert perspectives on preventive health, early detection, and longevity from our medical and scientific team.
Ahead Health launches in Germany and the Netherlands, backed by $10 million funding led by 3VC and RTP Global
The Zurich-based preventive health company, backed by $10 million in funding led by 3VC and RTP Global as lead investors, is now bookable in Germany and opening a waitlist in the Netherlands; its first markets beyond Switzerland.
The four blood markers behind your B12 status
A normal B12 result tells you part of the story. Here's what better testing looks like.
Ahead Health appoints Harvard-trained physician scientist Dr. med Anna Erat as Chief Medical Officer
Leading preventive medicine physician joins the Zurich-based preventive healthcare company to deepen its clinical foundation as the company scales.
Daraxonrasib: the pancreatic cancer drug that doubled survival
Daraxonrasib doubled survival in metastatic pancreatic cancer. What the first targeted KRAS therapy means.
Chronic inflammation and your heart: the risk factor hiding in plain sight
Chronic inflammation cardiovascular risk goes undetected in most standard blood tests.
Chronic low-grade inflammation: a condition, not a symptom
Chronic inflammation works quietly for years. The right blood markers catch it early.
From PCOS to PMOS: why medicine is renaming a commonly misunderstood condition
The condition long known as PCOS has officially been renamed PMOS, reflecting a shift in how medicine understands one of the most common hormonal conditions affecting women today.
Closing the perimenopause gap: what an advanced blood test can tell you in your 30s and 40s
Perimenopause can begin a decade before your last period, bringing fatigue, brain fog, mood changes, and sleep disruption long before anyone thinks to check your hormones. A standard blood test often misses it.
Ahead membership: your health, built into a routine
The Ahead membership: ongoing blood testing, physician-reviewed plans, and year-round support.
Iron deficiency: what a full iron panel can tell you
Detecting iron deficiency: A complete iron panel goes beyond standard blood tests and can reveal early depletion of stores.
Lower back pain: what your back muscles reveal
Nearly half of Swiss adults suffer from back pain. The main driver: the quality of your back muscles.
Cancer survival rates: statistics and early detection
Cancer survival rates have climbed since the 1990s. Here's what the data shows – and where early detection matters most.
Fatty liver disease: symptoms, causes and early detection
1 in 3 European adults has fatty liver disease. Most don't know it. Here's how to detect it before it causes damage.
Pancreatic cancer: the case for catching it early
Pancreatic cancer has a 12% survival rate in Switzerland – mostly because it's found too late. Early detection changes that.
Dementia and Alzheimer's: statistics, early detection, and prevention
75% of dementia cases go undiagnosed. Brain MRI and blood biomarkers can identify risk years before symptoms appear.
Prostate cancer: what Swiss men need to know about symptoms, screening, and catching it early
7,400 Swiss men are diagnosed with prostate cancer yearly. Learn the symptoms, PSA limitations, and how MRI can help.
7 health metrics high-performers track
Your watch tracks heart rate and steps. The metrics that can help predict your health 20 years from now live deeper.
Blood biomarkers explained: what they reveal
A standard blood test checks a handful of values. The biomarkers prevention experts rely on are often not included.
How to choose a preventive health check-up in Switzerland
Not all preventive MRI check-ups are equal. Here's how to compare providers and choose the one that is right for you.
What your blood test can reveal about the hidden Swiss nutrient gap
Learn how the Swiss nutrient gap affects your health. Get clarity on your health with a nutrient deficiency blood test.
Not all biomarkers are created equal: Separating clinical value from marketing noise
More biomarkers doesn't mean better. Learn which biomarkers matter for preventive health, and how to spot padded panels.
DEXA scan: what bone density testing reveals and who benefits from it
Bone density is one of the most consequential — and most overlooked — markers of long-term health. A 15-minute DEXA scan gives you a precise, quantified picture of your skeletal health and body composition, often for the very first time.
MRI vs CT scan: how to choose the right one
Two important medical imaging technologies that are often misunderstood, especially in the context of prevention.
Ahead Health raises $6M to build Europe's AI health OS
Led by RTP Global, the seed round will support European expansion, platform development, and growth of Ahead Health's team.
Check-up blood test vs. preventive blood test: what is the real difference?
Standard check-ups look for disease, not optimisation. Learn why our comprehensive tests will likely cost more with your GP.
Full-body MRI: A complete guide to preventive screening
Detect potential silent risks before symptoms arise. Understand how a preventive full-body MRI works and what it could see.
Mamma MRI: A deep look at breast health
We explain how a Mamma MRI (or breast MRI) works, what it shows that a mammogram might miss, and who it's for.
Beyond blood sugar: The hidden link between insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes has a silent prequel: insulin resistance. We explain what this means and how to check for it early.
Preventive care and check-ups in Switzerland: What does your health insurance cover?
Swiss health insurance & prevention: What's covered for blood tests or cancer checks? Info on costs and private extensions.
Preventative health examination in Switzerland: Is a standard check-up enough?
Does the Vorsorgeuntersuchung give you peace of mind? See how MRI and advanced blood analysis deliver proactive health clarity.
Silent endometriosis: symptoms, diagnosis & how MRI helps
This is your guide to understanding this complex condition. It's not about creating anxiety; it's about empowerment.
Coronary calcium score: A guide to the heart scan test
A CAC score provides a clear, quantitative measure of your accumulated risk for cardiovascular disease.
Visceral fat: The hidden health risks of belly fat and how to reduce it
What is this 'hidden fat,' why does it matter so much, and how can you gain the clarity you need to manage it?
Whole-body MRI: early detection. Full process & results
Whole-body MRI scans detect cancer, brain changes, and heart disease—before symptoms appear.
Hormone testing: Track energy, sleep, mood & more
Do you often feel tired, moody, or have trouble sleeping? Struggling with digestion or unexplained weight gain?
Biomarker test: What it shows, how to read it
We will explain which markers you can test, what they mean, and how your body communicates with you.
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