The rise in overweight and obesity rates among the population appears to have leveled off in recent years, though significant disparities remain based on socioeconomic status. Public...

Communication campaigns launched as part of the fight against AIDS have been a key component of France’s AIDS policy. The first national campaign dates back to 1987 and featured the...

After rising between 2005 and 2010, the prevalence of smoking in France has stabilized, according to the latest Baromètre Santé survey by INPES. The prevalence of regular smoking has...

While the overall prevalence of smoking remains stable, smoking rates are declining among women, and more of them are looking to quit. Dr. Nadia Lahlou explains why smoking cessation...

Changes in lifestyles have gradually led to shifts in individuals’ physical activity habits, which can have significant consequences for their health. Opportunities for physical activity...

As part of the preparation for this third wave of the survey and with a view to improvement, several aspects of the data collection method used in previous waves of the survey were...

Food consumption is a complex act that has been the subject of studies in disciplines as diverse as epidemiology, economics, sociology, anthropology, and psychology. As Jean-Pierre...

Physical activity is a behavior that offers protection against various chronic diseases and is associated with numerous important health indicators. A sedentary lifestyle, on the other...

Introduction and Purpose of the Study. - It is now well established that disadvantaged populations are more affected by cardiovascular disease, certain cancers, diabetes, obesity, and...

In recent years, the implementation of a nutrition policy has emerged as a top public health priority. Since 2001, the National Nutrition and Health Program (PNNS 2001–2005, PNNS...