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French Lawmakers Approve 'France Santé' Network to Expand Access to Care

The plan allocates €130 million to label existing local care sites, pledging access within 48 hours close to home.

Overview

  • The Assemblée nationale approved the measure in first reading by 138 votes to 104 on Sunday.
  • The package totals €130 million, with about €50,000 earmarked for each labeled site.
  • Targets set by the government call for 2,000 labeled locations by summer 2026 and 5,000 by 2027.
  • The network will rely on existing maisons de santé and centres de santé, with some pharmacies in isolated areas offering teleconsultations.
  • Label conditions require a guaranteed doctor and nurse on site, no fee overruns, and opening at least five days a week, supporting the “48 hours within 30 minutes” access pledge.