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
Sector 1, 2, 3 Doctors in France: What They Mean & How Much You’ll Pay
If you’ve ever booked a doctor in France, you’ve likely seen terms like Secteur 1 or Secteur 2—often without clear
Tiers Payant in France: When It Applies, When It Doesn’t, and How to Avoid Unexpected Medical Costs
If you live in France, understanding tiers payant is essential—especially if you want to avoid paying medical costs upfront. Many
10 French Healthcare Mistakes Expats Make (And How to Avoid Them)
Moving to France comes with a dream: better quality of life, great food, and one of the best healthcare systems
From the U.S. to France: A Step-by-Step Guide to Accessing Healthcare as an Expat
Moving from the United States to France comes with many adjustments—but one of the most important (and often confusing) is