At Épidaure, the prevention department of the Montpellier Cancer Center, young people participate in group sessions and workshops led by professionals who help them "deconstruct" their...

Interview with Serge Nédélec, a former alcoholic. Serge Nédélec wrote this book with the professional who guided him toward recovery. Active in a support group, he sees himself as a...

How can we prevent excessive alcohol consumption among young people? In this special report, 20 experts—educators, psychiatrists, addiction specialists, sociologists, and...

In France, 14% of men drink excessively. This issue explores the controversial debate on alcohol, analyzes producers’ marketing strategies, and provides a summary of the available...

Diabetes is a chronic condition that is becoming increasingly common, affecting more than 2.5 million people in France. To assess the health status of this population, evaluate progress...

To help patients and their loved ones share their experiences with type 2 diabetes, treatments, and their relationships with family, friends, and healthcare professionals, is the...

In the diabetes unit at Saint-Louis Hospital, the team of dietitians found through a study that "traditional" dietary education was not always appropriate for patients of foreign origin....

Since mid-2005, INPES has been providing professionals with a CD-ROM to support them in their efforts to educate patients with type 2 diabetes. The first of its kind for the Institute,...

A national heat wave plan coordinates preventive measures to mitigate risks and response efforts in the event of a heat wave. As part of this initiative, INPES is responsible for the...

How do workers respond to occupational hazards? Under what conditions are they recognized as having an occupational illness? A group of researchers—including physicians and social...