The participatory health study conducted by Santé publique France in the Lacq industrial area draws on the concerns and knowledge of local residents. At the heart of this approach,...

INPES, in partnership with the National Solidarity Fund for Autonomy, conducted the first major survey in France on hearing loss and health.

"Health in Action," a quarterly journal dedicated to prevention, health education, and health promotion, is published by Santé publique France.

To round out this report, we have included a selection of resources organized as follows: an overview of current knowledge (reports, data, recommendations), practical guidance for action...

Rural areas, which account for 88% of French municipalities and are home to 22 million people, have poorer health indicators than urban areas. Life expectancy at birth, for example, is...

In recent years, there has been a renewed focus on rural areas, particularly with the adoption of the “France Ruralités” plan in 2023. Yet perceptions of rural life remain mixed, ranging...

Rural areas are diverse and heterogeneous, varying according to their geography and history. Thirty percent of the population lives in municipalities classified as “rural towns,” “rural...

Rural areas, which are characterized by various socio-economic, demographic, and accessibility challenges, generally exhibit unfavorable health indicators; however, these indicators mask...

Rural areas remain a blind spot in health promotion policies, which are generally designed with the general population or urban dwellers in mind. Within the European Public Health...

Healthcare in rural areas is a top priority for residents, local elected officials, and government authorities. At the national level, several initiatives have been launched to address...