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Avian influenza - What We Do
When a new strain of influenza virus that can infect humans emerges, a flu pandemic occurs. In France, surveillance measures are in place for avian influenza.
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Avian influenza - The disease
Avian influenza is a viral zoonosis. Currently, more than a dozen types of avian or swine influenza A viruses can infect humans.
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Toward Health-Promoting Rural Communities - Health in Action, 2026, No. 472
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...
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Toward Rural Environments That Promote Health [Introduction to the Feature]
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...
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The Diversity of Rural Areas
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...
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Vulnerabilities and specific health challenges in rural areas of France
Rural areas, which are characterized by various socio-economic, demographic, and accessibility challenges, generally exhibit unfavorable health indicators; however, these indicators mask...
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“Rural areas are vital to Europe” [Interview]
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...
