Health Matters – Tiger Mosquitoes; Gadget Guru – Cool Tech & Food Safety

The Asian tiger mosquito is spreading across Switzerland and has now become established in several cantons. Dr Michelle Wright from HealthFirst explains why this invasive mosquito matters, the infections it can transmit, and the simple actions we can all take to slow its spread. Find out how experts from the Swiss Mosquito Network are monitoring this growing concern and why small changes in our gardens, balconies and outdoor spaces can make a big difference. Listen to the segment here. How can technology help us stay comfortable in extreme heat and make everyday life safer for those with food sensitivities? In this segment, Ian «The Gadget Guru» Ellery explores the latest innovations designed to bring smart cooling and personal food analysis into our routines, revealing how clever ideas could change the way we handle challenges at home and on the go. Listen to the segment here. Our music theme this week was all about artists who will be performing at the Gurtenfestival this July. The English Show has been covering the festival since 2011, and we’ll be there again this summer. We played: Lily Allen – Smile Lorde – Royals Lunik – Little Bit Teddy Swims – Lose Control Nina Chuba – Wildberry Lillet Sean Paul – Temperature Mari Froes – Figa De Guiné Audrey Nuna – Mine Loyle Carner – Desoleil (Brilliant Corners) Annie & The Caldwells – Wrong (feat. Deborah Caldwell Moore) Lo & Leduc – 079 Danitsa – Say Some Steff la Cheffe – Annabelle