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France’s healthcare system remains among world’s best in latest ranking
New report highlights access to quality and affordable care
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Almost all of France is now on maximum alert for pollen allergies
Only the north and north-west have escaped the highest risk level so far
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Flu cases still rising in these 14 French departments
Nationwide levels are showing a marked decline but the south-west is still particularly impacted
Free dental checks in France extended to age 24
Young people in France are now entitled to one free dental health check every three years from age 6 to 24.

Up to now, free checks have been available for children aged between six and 18, but have now been extended to include France’s 1.5million people aged 18 to 24, who will receive a free voucher, valid for a year, to cover the cost of a check-up.