Preventive health checks in France: Jeannie’s experience
REAL LIFE EXPERIENCES Jeannie’s experience In Hello Santé’s Real Life Experiences series, people share what navigating healthcare in France was […]
What Is a Carte Vitale? A Complete Guide for English Speakers in France
What does a Carte Vitale actually do? Who can get one, how do you apply, what happens if you forget
What Happens If You Are Admitted to Hospital in France? A Practical Guide for English Speakers
Being admitted to hospital in France can feel daunting when French isn’t your first language. From your Carte Vitale and
What to Do When Someone Dies in France: A Practical Guide
What to Do When Someone Dies in France: A Practical Guide Healthcare procedures, important documents, funeral arrangements, financial help and
How the French Healthcare System Works: A Complete Guide for New Residents (2026)
Moving to France and trying to understand the healthcare system? You’re not alone. From CPAM, Carte Vitale to Ameli, médecins traitants, and
American Retiring to France? Start with Understanding Healthcare
If you’re an American planning to retire to France, you’ve probably already started researching visas, property, taxes and where to
Supporting Independence: Meet Jonathan Stubbs, Founder of AngloCare Ribérac
In our Healthcare Professionals Interview Series, Hello Santé speaks with Jonathan Stubbs, founder of AngloCare Ribérac, about supporting English-speaking expats
Self-Employed in France? Here’s What Happens If You Get Sick
If you’re self-employed in France, one of the biggest questions you should ask yourself is: “What happens if I can’t
Behind the Siren: A Volunteer Pompier Explains How Emergency Services Really Work in France
Disclaimer The responses shared in this interview are expressed in a personal capacity by Yvette, who has volunteered as a
CPAM Explained: The Essential Guide to French Healthcare for English Speakers Living in France
Moving to France comes with many wonderful discoveries: beautiful markets, long lunches, excellent healthcare… and a whole new administrative system
Why Mammogram Appointments Are So Hard to Get in France — Especially in Rural France
And what you can realistically do to get an appointment faster. For many women in France, booking a mammogram has
The Free Preventative Health Check in France: What English Speakers Need to Know
Many people living in France are unaware that the French healthcare system offers a free preventative health check through Assurance