New figures from the KOF Economic Research Institute at ETH Zurich reveal that health care spending in Switzerland is expected to surpass 106 billion francs by 2026. The primary driver of this cost increase is the growing demand for health services from an aging population. With more elderly individuals, there is a higher need for hospital visits and medications. Despite a slower growth rate compared to other nations, the costs remain significant, raising concerns for premium payers and cantons who bear most of the expenses.