Davos has been well known for more than 140 years for its healthy mountain climate. Especially patients with allergies and infections of the respiratory system or lung diseases are coming to the internationally known mountain resort. During the past decades, Davos has developed excellent medical expertise. Various physicians, specialists, dentists, and pharmacies ensure a good basic medical care for the population. Besides the hospital, there are also two specialist clinics in Davos (Hochgebirgsklinik Davos and Zürcher Rehazentren Klinik Davos) as well as a retirement centre (Alterszentrum Guggerbach).