Category: News Article
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CERN: a haven for birds
Discover some of the bird species on the CERN sites. Here a chaffinch (pinson des arbres). (Image: CERN) Written by: HSE Department — 21 May, 2026 CERN is not just a hub for groundbreaking research, it’s also a thriving sanctuary for biodiversity. Spanning 625 hectares, with 415 hectares of non-built environments, CERN’s sites host a
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Hantavirus: an update from the CERN Medical Service
Written by: Written by: CERN Medical Service 13 May, 2026 You may have seen recent news about a hantavirus outbreak linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius. As of 12 May 2026, 11 cases (nine confirmed, two probable) have been reported, including three deaths. Affected passengers are currently hospitalised in Switzerland, France, Germany, Spain and
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Explore CERN’s biodiversity: new orchid and late-mowing panels installed
Written by: HSE & SCE Departments 07 May, 2026 CERN’s commitment to biodiversity is now more visible than ever! Nineteen new information panels have been installed around the Meyrin site, offering everyone the chance to learn about the different orchid species that call CERN home. Five of these panels focus on the importance of late
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Diabetes awareness campaign
Thursday, 21 May 2026, 11.00 a.m.– 2.30 p.m., Restaurant 1 and Building 500 Written by: Medical Service 07 May, 2026 Did you know that more than 589 million people worldwide live with diabetes (IDF , 2024), and that one in nine adults is affected? In Switzerland, almost 500 000 people are affected by this chronic
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A collective commitment to safety as LS3 approaches
CERN is soon to enter a demanding and important phase in which safety will be more important than ever. The third Long Shutdown (LS3) is a key step in preparing the accelerator complex and infrastructure for the High-Luminosity LHC (HL-LHC). The scale and complexity of the LS3 work will be felt by all of us,
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A healthy mind for a calmer future: lunch & learn conference, 22 April 2026
Don’t miss the next lunch & learn conference organised by the CERN Medical Service on the theme of “A healthy mind for a calmer future”. This latest session will be held in the Dirac Room (40/S2-D01) from 11.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. on 22 April and will focus on the topic of “Mind-Body connection: science,
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Fire safety at CERN: the importance of evacuating safely
25 March, 2026 | By HSE department CERN’s vast site hosts a variety of buildings and installations, as well as diverse groups of people, from seasoned personnel to first-time visitors. Fire safety measures are implemented to protect this diverse population, but also CERN’s costly infrastructure and the environment. Ensuring safe evacuation is a priority in
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Tick season is back: stay safe and enjoy nature!
Your essential guide to ticks, risks and prevention for a worry-free outdoor experience 25 March, 2026 | By Medical Service As nature awakens and we embrace the joys of spring, it’s important to remember that ticks are also becoming active. These tiny parasites can pose serious health risks by transmitting infections such as Lyme disease
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24 – 25 March | Next blood donation campaign | Building 29
Contribute to this essential act of solidarity that benefits us all 11 March, 2026 | By Medical Service BROKEN IMAGE NOT MOVED (drupal url : https://hse.cern/news-article/24-25-march-next-blood-donation-campaign-building-29) 2025 was a record year for blood donation at CERN, with three campaigns including one spanning two days. These saw a 25% increase in the number of donors and
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Cutting emissions, powering science
Discover CERN’s new F-gas e-learning and practical guidance webpages 12 March, 2026 | By HSE unit In July 2024, CERN adopted its first Fluorinated Gases (F-Gas) Policy, which formalises its strategy to minimise the environmental impact of its installations and activities that use or contain F-gases, underlining the Organization’s commitment to reducing its direct (Scope