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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

‘Cow Covid’ virus spreading fast among cattle in France

Cases have risen from 39 last month to almost 1,200 now. The virus spreads more easily due to climate change, the agriculture minister has said

First case of native dengue fever from tiger mosquito in Paris area

This is the first time that a native case has been confirmed so far north

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Increase in tiger mosquitoes in France leads to more cases of dengue

Why are there more mosquitoes, and what are the common symptoms of dengue to look out for?

Tracing Bordeaux 'botulism' cases difficult as tourists affected

The wine bar in question is popular with foreign visitors. It is thought that at least 25 people are affected, some of whom may no longer be in France

Palliative care ‘non-existent’ away from French hospitals, says report

France’s supreme audit court called for end-of-life care to be improved in retirement centres and at patients’ homes

How do French healthcare costs change for long-term illnesses?

If you have a long-term illness, declaration of the condition may provide you with reduced medical costs

219 cows to be culled after case of brucellosis found on French farm

The infectious disease can be transferred to humans who come into contact with infected cows or eat contaminated unpasteurised dairy products

Map: Gastro outbreaks on rise in France - which areas are worst hit?

Cases are increasing as people drop the use of Covid barrier gestures

Expired medical prescriptions can still be used in France

The government rules that repeat prescriptions can continue to be filled during the coronavirus lockdown for a limited period, even if they have expired

30,000 cancer cases undetected in France due to Covid-19

Doctors and a leading association fear the second wave of Covid-19 cases will create new delays in cancer treatment

Two million extra flu doses ordered in France

A total of 16 million doses have been ordered in France - two million more than previous years, amid ongoing rising cases.

South France hospitals prepare for second Covid wave

Hospitals in four “red zone” departments in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur are preparing for a second wave, as numbers rise in the region.

How long will free face masks be available in France?

People living in France who suffer from chronic long-term illnesses that put them “at very high risk of becoming seriously ill from Covid-19” currently have the right to free face masks. But for how much longer?

First child dies in France from ‘Covid-linked’ illness

A nine-year-old child has become the first person to die in France from an illness similar to Kawasaki disease, which doctors believe may be related to the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes Covid-19.

Fourth Covid-19 death, 13 new cases identified

A fourth victim in France has died due to the coronavirus this morning – and 13 new cases have been identified.

Coronavirus: fourth case confirmed in France

A fourth case of coronavirus has been confirmed in France.

Gastro epidemic worse in France as ‘flu ‘pre-epidemic’

Gastroenteritis is now present across the whole of France, with Grand Est, Occitanie and Nouvelle Aquitaine the most affected regions so far - as cases of ‘flu and bronchiolitis also spread.

France authorises medical cannabis in two-year trial

Medical cannabis is to become available for certain patients in France after the Assemblée Nationale this week authorised a two-year trial of the drug.

Paralysed musician composes album with his eyes

A French music producer who is paralysed and mute due to the degenerative muscle motor neurone disease (MND) has released his first solo album, made completely with his eyes. Connexion spoke to his wife Wahiba Gallart.

France reports first ever native case of dengue fever

The first ever known case of native dengue fever in France has been confirmed in the region of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.

France winter ‘flu epidemic worsens as 1,000+ die

The seasonal ‘flu epidemic in France is the most serious of recent years, with more than 1,000 people having already died, and two strains of the virus appearing largely resistant to the ‘flu vaccination.

1,000 hospitalised with flu in past week

Seasonal flu reaches epidemic levels in all regions of France, with a peak expected in the next two weeks

MPs vote down drugs plan

MPs have rejected an MP’s proposal to allow pharmacists to dispense certain drugs for minor illnesses without a doctor’s prescription.

My operation in France: Pituitary adenoma

The inside story of readers who have had operations in France – and how they found the health service, by Gillian Harvey

Is my expensive new drug ‘free’ in France?

I read with interest the response in the August edition to a question about 100% reimbursement for the arthritis treatment Adalimumab for someone moving to France. My situation is similar but I have been prescribed a newer drug, Cosentyx. Would this also be available to me? Also, as I am moving as a pensioner, I am worried that there would be a period during which I would not qualify as a resident for the purposes of medical treatment and that I may need to take out a private policy. Is that right? C.J.

Helping a loved one after moving to France

Moving to France brings many changes, not least to family relationships which will evolve with distance... but for some, such as Jill Foxley, the desire to help care for a loved one means long-range challenges

My operation in France: Grommets

The inside story of readers who have had operations in France – and how they found the health service, by Gillian Harvey

‘Biggest epidemic’ in France of West Nile disease

West Nile disease is spreading across southern Europe, including 24 confirmed cases in France, with experts calling it the “biggest epidemic seen in our country”.

Think again on dangers of herbicide

RE: THE letter from Rex Barron in the September issue ( Glyphosate herbicide is no danger to humans ). His assertion that “a herbicide … is not dangerous to the human metabolism” is simply not true.

My operation in France: bladder polyp removal

The inside story of readers who have had operations in France – and how they found the health service, by Gillian Harvey

Future’s bright for the hotel soap we once threw away

You expect to find fresh soap in the bathroom when you stay in a hotel but what happens to that partly-used bar after you leave?

French flu vaccine season begins, with easier access

The annual flu vaccination campaign in France is to begin this Saturday (October 6), with minister for health Agnès Buzyn promising easier access at pharmacies for people who need it most.

Chikungunya confirmed in French department of Tarn

A case of the chikungunya virus has been confirmed in the Tarn (Occitanie) for the first time ever.

French parents seek €4m for children’s lifesaver trial

A couple from Île-de-France are seeking to raise €4m to allow their two young children to take part in a clinical trial that may improve or cure the fatal neurodegenerative condition from which they suffer.

Is arthritis treatment 100% reimbursed in France?

I am retired and planning to take up residency in France. I have been taking an expensive medication (adalimumab) for psoriatic arthritis from the NHS and am concerned about the cost in France. I am not clear whether it is on the ALD (100% no payment) list. C.M.

Illness

New buyers left owing €300,000 for uninhabitable ‘mouldy’ French home

‘Cow Covid’ virus spreading fast among cattle in France

First case of native dengue fever from tiger mosquito in Paris area

Increase in tiger mosquitoes in France leads to more cases of dengue

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2024 Map: see where in France road speeds are reverting to 90km/h limit

French ski station voted as best in the world

Will roadworthiness tests penalise drivers in France for removing emission-limiting liquid?

EU faces legal challenge from French lawyer over weedkiller sale decision

Ignoring this increasingly common French road sign could cost you €135

Free data leak: is it possible to change French bank account number?

Briton applies for French residency card and finds he was adopted - and has siblings

Tracing Bordeaux 'botulism' cases difficult as tourists affected

Palliative care ‘non-existent’ away from French hospitals, says report

How do French healthcare costs change for long-term illnesses?

219 cows to be culled after case of brucellosis found on French farm

Map: Gastro outbreaks on rise in France - which areas are worst hit?

Expired medical prescriptions can still be used in France

30,000 cancer cases undetected in France due to Covid-19

Two million extra flu doses ordered in France

South France hospitals prepare for second Covid wave

How long will free face masks be available in France?

Carrefour recalls listeria risk charcuterie in France

French Covid study: Kids less contagious than adults

When will France know effect of deconfinement?

First child dies in France from ‘Covid-linked’ illness

WHO lists loss of smell/taste as Covid-19 symptom

France warns of child illness that may be Covid-linked

Covid-19: 2 more deaths and 377 cases in total

France expected to reach stage 3 of Covid-19 epidemic

Map shows where new Covid-19 cases are in France

Fourth Covid-19 death, 13 new cases identified

Coronavirus: fourth case confirmed in France

Gastro epidemic worse in France as ‘flu ‘pre-epidemic’

France authorises medical cannabis in two-year trial

Paralysed musician composes album with his eyes

France reports first ever native case of dengue fever

France winter ‘flu epidemic worsens as 1,000+ die

1,000 hospitalised with flu in past week

MPs vote down drugs plan

My operation in France: Pituitary adenoma

Is my expensive new drug ‘free’ in France?

Helping a loved one after moving to France

My operation in France: Grommets

‘Biggest epidemic’ in France of West Nile disease

Think again on dangers of herbicide

My operation in France: bladder polyp removal

Future’s bright for the hotel soap we once threw away

French flu vaccine season begins, with easier access

Chikungunya confirmed in French department of Tarn

French parents seek €4m for children’s lifesaver trial

Is arthritis treatment 100% reimbursed in France?

My operation in France: Hip replacement

French region under red alert as hayfever hits

Leclerc Reblochon cheese recalled due to E.coli risk

Tiger mosquito alert as insect spreads across country

Mediterranean oranges risk ‘yellow dragon’ extinction

Brittany man first to receive double face transplant

12,000 plastic ducks released into river for charity

Avian flu: Over 2,700 ducks slaughtered in the Landes

Low vaccination rates blamed for measles resurgence

Lourdes nine year old dies as flu epidemic continues

Parents warned to keep kids off school in flu epidemic

Paris and Sud regions on high alert for flu and gastro

French flu jab campaign targets younger healthy people

Baby milk recall over salmonella scare

Eight vaccines obligatory

Dog owners warned after toxic river kills eight dogs

Serious illness will rise in coming years

Parents of children with cystic fibrosis talk of care they receive

Hope for patients in Lyme disease ordeal

Son's rescue costs family €88,000