Is there financial help to purchase a mobility scooter in France? Some UK disability benefits remain for Britons living across the Channel
Must I telephone first before going to hospital emergency centre in France? The health ministry wants to reduce the strain on hospital services
Is appointment information automatically added to online French health space? Documents can be found online for healthcare professionals and patients to see
practical What is changing for daily life in France this December? A rise in fees for doctor consultations is a key change. There is also the opening of a new stretch of toll-barrier free - but paying - motorway
New date set for stricter painkiller prescription rules in France Introduction of ‘secure prescriptions’ for tramadol and codeine delayed after some pharmacists said they were not ready
Why do some French GPs charge more than others? The price of a consultation is rising in December - but some already bill patients at €30 instead of €26.50
Marathon effort boosts cancer support in France Runners join Nice-Cannes Marathon to fund English-language cancer support services in Alpes-Maritimes
Child health booklets in France will be updated to include risks of screen time Report by experts recommends banning screens for children under the age of three
Many French hospitals trial fingertip test for heart disease Test takes 15 minutes and can detect early signs of the disease
French study tests psychedelics in alcoholism therapy A groundbreaking experiment explores how psilocybin can be used to combat depressive symptoms in alcohol recovery
Strepsils, Olbas Oil, TCP: Find French equivalents to common remedies Moving to France means navigating pharmacies and hunting down alternatives to treat everyday ailments
French carmarker provides solution for noisy roads Engineers utilise vehicle noise-cancelling data to identify road noise and reduce environmental impact
Moving to France: how does a retiree apply for a health card? The card is linked to your social security number, which you must apply for first
EU citizens have difficulty obtaining French digital health cards The paperwork required to sign up for the service is available to residency card holders and French citizens but not to other EU residents of France French hospitals’ revolutionary exoskeleton enables wheelchair-bound patients to walk Are foreign nursing qualifications recognised in France? How do I ask for free French flu voucher if I did not receive one?
GRAPH: Variation in flu vaccination rates in France in last 16 years Figures have fallen for three successive years, including for over 65s Allergy tracking app to ease shopping difficulties created by French students I had cataract surgery in France Explained: what is the official France Identité app and can foreigners use it? French-made hospital respirator revolutionises global healthcare Ditch diets, stay active and self-care: Enjoy life the French way
What is a French attestation des droits? Is it necessary to have one? Schools and nurseries often ask parents to provide this document
Could reimbursement rates for medical consultations be lowered in France? Cost-cutting measure is reported to be under review. Any reduction is likely to see insurance costs rise
Visualise: Data on workers’ sick-leave days in France Sick-leave is costing more and more each year, with authorities keen to reduce strain on healthcare budget
Is medicinal cannabis legal in France and is CBD available in high-street shops? There are ongoing trials assessing the benefits of cannabis for certain serious illnesses
What are the rules for driving a mobility scooter in France? The regulations can vary dependent upon the vehicle’s maximum speed
Ceam or Ghic: Which health card is right for Britons in France? The choice is dependent upon which country funds your healthcare
Reminder: French medical analysis laboratories are on strike Unions claim funding cuts will weaken services
Are there English-speaking dentists in France? France does suffer from so-called ‘medical deserts’ which can affect all professions
€1 franchise fee proposed for medical devices in France Adding the fee could save the state at least €259 million in healthcare costs, a new report claims
French medical laboratories issue strike notice for September Unions say budget cuts of almost 10% may force closures, but state health authorities argue budget was already agreed
What essential health screenings are available for free in France? Preventative cancer testing is provided but often depends on age, gender and pre-existing conditions
110,000 boxes of antibiotics recalled in France Pharmacists must return stocks, but individuals should not in theory have any faulty medicines in their homes
Are Mpox (monkeypox) vaccines available in France? Spread of new variant of virus is causing concern across world
Travelling outside France? Check which jabs you need If you are heading for far-flung destinations, it is vital to have the right vaccinations
Hearing aid take-up soars in France following 100% reimbursement scheme The 100% Santé Reform, launched in 2019, covers hearing, visual and dental equipment
Where can I find an English-speaking doctor in France? Doctors are not allowed to ‘promote’ themselves via advertisements
Can we get help towards my wife’s respite care costs in France? Certain low-income families may not benefit from tax reductions when it comes to respite care
Can I claim UK 'Attendance Allowance' if I live in France? Brexit changed eligibility requirements for this benefit
Explained: home help options for the elderly in France What are the financials aid, services and steps to access home assistance?
Nurses can now sign death certificates in France A law giving nurses the authority to sign death certificates has been extended to the whole of the country
French physiotherapist battles with bureaucracy over New Zealand degree She tells of her frustration at being unable to practise due to ‘nightmarish’ admin obstacles. ‘I am French, imagine if I was a foreigner,’ she said
French hospital staff announce a second strike in July Workers at public hospitals - and some private ones - are affected. Patients are advised to check if their appointments are impacted
French health authority recommends anti-bronchitis vaccine for over 75s It also advises that people aged over 65s with certain conditions also have it
Seven medicines used in France withdrawn over irregularities Dozens more may be withdrawn over next two years, as effectiveness of drugs was not accurately evaluated in studies
What are ‘long’ birth certificates French authorities ask for? Some official French administrative services may require this document
Dengue fever cases continue to rise in France Number of cases has surged in 2024. So far all cases have been imported from people who have travelled abroad
Who can be a blood donor in France and how to help if subject to UK ban It only takes 10 minutes to give blood, and booking an appointment is easy
French healthcare workers on strike over hospital bed closures Patients urged to check if appointments have been cancelled
Do self-employed people have to take out mutuelle health insurance? The cost of mutuelle health insurance varies according to age and level of cover, but can be around €1,000 or more per year.
Digital carte Vitale begins in many areas: where and how will it work? Smartphone application can be used at medical appointments instead of physical card for payments and reimbursements
CONFIRMED: €30 fee to see a doctor in France from December 2024 Unions agreed to concessions in exchange for improved pay
Is the cost of buying contact lenses reimbursed in France? The rules for contact lenses and glasses differ
French admin stops 'parkruns' in France Volunteer-led network operates in 21 countries but has run into a legal hurdle in France over participants and medical certificates
How to register with a doctor in France and get a GP Having a GP will help you fully benefit from the French healthcare system. We also answer some common questions about GPs in France
French property taxes, car sales, pharmacy strike: 5 practical updates Our round-up of recent practical articles you may have missed
CALENDAR: Check to see you are up to date with vaccinations in France The booster schedule for various diseases varies to that followed in the UK or US
Neurotoxin in wheat flour poisons 49 in Brittany Victims, including five children, suffer hallucinations and confusion
Call for action to reduce mosquito numbers in France Rise in tiger mosquito numbers has prompted regional health authorities to urge steps to prevent transmission of disease
What is changing for transport to and from hospitals in France? Associations say patients will be put in difficult and vulnerable situations
What are options for older people and ‘wearable’ alarms in France? These alarms connect to a helper when used
Is there a deadline to claim reimbursement of medical costs in France? The status of reimbursements can be checked online via the Ameli website
Life expectancy – simple changes to benefit from France’s good stats What can we learn from the French about living longer?
Medical fees, eco-grants, gas prices: 5 changes this May in France We also include the French income tax declaration deadlines for residents and second-home owners and other dates coming up
Must children help to pay for elderly parents in French care homes? There are strict rules dictating when family support is required
What dental work is covered with the 100% Santé scheme in France? The scheme was introduced in 2020 and covers those in the healthcare system with mutuelle cover
Stay up-to-date: 20 recent and upcoming changes in France We cover tax updates, renovation scheme revamps, possible money changes for British residents and more
Call for pharmacists to strike over medicine shortages in France Total shutdown of pharmacies at end of May expected. 36 pharmacies closed in January 2024 for economic reasons
Doctor raises alert on sepsis in France, which kills 80,000 a year ‘It is vital to inform people’, said the leading professor, who believes it is less well-known in France than in the UK or US
Patients to pay more for doctor visits in France from May 15 The participation forfaitaire will double in most cases
Next Covid vaccination campaign to begin in France Vulnerable people are advised to get booster shot before influx of visitors for Olympics
Health insurance in France: what you should expect to pay per age Region and gender also plays a part in the total cost of top-ups. Policies are forecast to rise significantly this year
Why are more young people in France getting cancer? Cancer may grow faster and recur more in younger people, but this group is also better at spotting symptoms, one specialist says
Health strike, foreigners’ tax errors, scams: French practical updates Our round-up of recent practical articles you may have missed
June strike call for private clinics and hospitals in France 200,000 private healthcare workers may walk out over hospital funding row
What is the easiest way to get new glasses in France? There are a number of options, but beware of what prescription you use
Do Britons lose access to NHS healthcare when moving to France? When leaving the UK it is necessary to inform the NHS of non-residency
Long-term health patients fear reimbursement reforms in France Millions of people, such as cancer and Alzheimer’s patients, are subject to a special scheme due to their serious health conditions
New buyers left owing €300,000 for uninhabitable ‘mouldy’ French home Couple were forced to leave after six months as their newborn baby fell sick due to fungus-related issues
What is the hold-up in dealing with medicine shortages in France? Delays have led to a ‘lack of a roadmap’ making it ‘difficult to make progress’ after years of shortages, says an industry expert