Why French pharmacies rule!
If you’ve ever been to Paris, you’re probably familiar with the flashing green French pharmacy signs, which are just as prevalent as Starbucks shops in New York. Throughout France, these neon signs...
View ArticleGoing to the dentist in France: Things you never want to hear your dentist say
Going to the dentist is never fun. Add some dental work to the mix and a big bill and it’s even less fun. And even without dental work and a big bill, going to a dentist in a foreign country for the...
View ArticleAsk Tom Tuesdays: The best of both worlds – Part 2 – French healthcare
Hi guys! Tom’s back with the second part of his column on the best of both worlds in the USA and France. Today he’s taking a look at healthcare. If you missed Part 1, Tom tackles the stress-inducing...
View Article4 Myths about the French healthcare system you should stop believing
After almost 4 years of living in France and experiencing French healthcare first-hand — as well as seeing the experiences of those around me — I’ve concluded that many aspects of the country’s...
View ArticleWhy French pharmacies rule!
If you’ve ever been to France, you’re probably familiar with the flashing green French pharmacy signs, which are just as prevalent as Starbucks shops in New York. Throughout France, these neon signs...
View ArticleGoing to the dentist in France: Things you never want to hear your dentist say
Going to the dentist in France (or anywhere) is never fun. Add some dental work to the mix and a big bill and it’s even less fun. Even without dental work and a big bill, going to a dentist in a...
View ArticleAsk Tom Tuesdays: The best of both worlds – Part 2 – French healthcare
Hi guys! Tom’s back with the second part of his column on the best of both worlds in the USA and France. Today he’s taking a look at healthcare. If you missed Part 1, Tom tackles the stress-inducing...
View Article4 Myths about the French healthcare system you should stop believing
After almost 4 years of living in France and experiencing French healthcare first-hand — as well as seeing the experiences of those around me — I’ve concluded that many aspects of the country’s...
View ArticleDefeated at the doctor and a lesson
I had an appointment at the GP a couple of weeks ago which went terribly. I saw a male doctor in his 50s who I had seen once before. When I arrived at his office, I was happy, smiling, and...
View ArticleDo you know these 10 American medications & their French equivalents?
You can happily lose yourself in a French pharmacy for hours, perusing all the interesting remedies with colorful boxes and new-to-you labels. But when you’re not feeling well, the last thing you want...
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