-
A democratic crisis is undermining France's political confidence
Connexion reader notes that the country wants and needs change
-
Digital rollout of French health cards expanded: how to get one
The carte Vitale is now available through an app, which can be used by foreign residents with residency cards or visas
-
Fast, free and effective: France’s eye care system is excellent
A serious condition left this Connexion reader needing emergency treatment
NHS amusement
I have lived in France for 12 years and am amused to see how people miss the UK health service.
While I was living in the UK, l had back pain for four months, then was sent back and forth between a doctor and physio, then offered blanket paracetamol.The only way to cure it was to go privately for two spinal injections at a cost of £2,500 each.
I am sorry to admit that the health service in France is far superior to the UK as my wife worked in the NHS as a trained nurse all her life.
Brian Edwards
Stay informed:
Sign up to our free weekly e-newsletter
Subscribe to access all our online articles and receive our printed monthly newspaper The Connexion at your home. News analysis, features and practical help for English-speakers in France
