Anti-obesity injection to be available in France soon The drug is similar to Ozempic, which has been so popular in the US that stocks are running low
French firm trials diabetes breath-test inspired by dog’s nose The handheld blood glucose monitor measures compounds in the breath and has been nicknamed Lassie
16 things you can do at a French pharmacy other than buy aspirin We look at the services, treatments and advice offered by local pharmacists in France
practical Invisible ‘smart tooth’ monitors chronic disease, says French dentist The new technology sends bio-markers from saliva to your phone or GP to help detect and control illness
In France you are more responsible for yourself, says UK adventurer A French resident of nearly 20 years, Jerry Gore talks about his life of adventure, climbing mountains, living with diabetes and why he loves his life in the southern Alps
French hospital designs bariatric surgery board game A hospital in Lille (Nord, Hauts-de-France) has created a groundbreaking “quiz” designed to support obese patients preparing for bariatric surgery.
Sugary drinks tax in France already making impact The tax on sugary fizzy drinks that has been in place in France since July 1 is already having a positive effect on the amount of sugar found in the drinks, an MP has said.
Dogs detect diabetes and help families Dogs are being tested by three families in a pioneering move in France to help young people know if they are at risk from a diabetic attack as the dogs can smell blood sugar levels.