Publications

All our documents are in pdf format and free for you to download but you will need Adobe acrobat reader on your computer. The information provided on these pages are designed to support, not replace, the relationship that exists between a patient/site visitor and his/her existing physician.

Title	Description
Cancer Treatment and Loss of Hair	This is an adaptation of the original French booklet " Traitements des cancers et chute des cheveux" published by The French National Cancer Institute (INCa). In January 2011 INCa granted CSF the right to make English adaptations of two important French publications. This is the first document to be translated, and marks the beginning of an exciting partnership with the Cancer info platform. We are grateful to CSF Charente-Plus for their work in making this publication possible.	Cancer Treatment and Loss of hair.pdf
After the funeral	This follows on from the previous booklet covering the procedures and formalities to follow after a death has occured.	After the Funeral BOOKLET.pdf
Death and Dying in France	Written by Angela Clohessy this document gives you a practical guide to your options and the legal procedures in France when a death occurs.	Death Dying in France.pdf
A practical guide to consultation. treatment and hospital care	Written by Ivan Langley this booklet is based upon the personal experiences of a cancer patient and a cardiac patient. It is intended to help newcomers to deal with French health system.	Hospital care.pdf
Going to hospital	A very useful document produced by CPAM outlining what you have to do and how much you will have to pay when you are admitted to hospital. This is a short description describing what you have to do to make sure that you are covered.	GOING TO HOSPITAL.pdf
Vocabulary for English speaking patients	This booklet has been prepared by members of the Anglican Chaplaincy of Aquitaine. It covers dental as well as medical treatment.	vocabulary list from Aquitaine.pdf
Words and phrases to help with medical teams	This vocabulary list was first published in Touchlines. Updated in April 2009, it may help you in a stressful situation when your French language skills have deserted you.	Vocabulary Booklet.pdf
Diagnosis and beyond	This is the English translation of La Dispositif d’annonce (Diagnosis and beyond) translated by Dr Marian Green. The original document was produced by La Ligue Contre le Cancer. It explains what should happen once a cancer has been diagnosed. Cancerology centres around the country are gradually implementing the proposals	English dispositif d'annonce.pdf
Your social security, insurance benefits and healthcare rights in the European Economic Area	This document was produced by the Department of Work and Pensions and explains the European Community Regulations on social security.	Health cover and rights in EEC.pdf
Bilingual Healthcare handbook	This edition was published in April 2006. It covers topics such as how to receive healthcare in France, how to look after your health, legal and social assistance as well as practical advice.	Health care booklet bilingual.pdf
Reduce the Risk	This booklet is published by Cancer Research UK. It explains what symptoms women should look out for and why it is important to get these symptoms checked out by a doctor.	Reduce the Risk.pdf
Audio books	We have a library of listening books in English on tape or CD which we will lend free of charge to anyone in hospital. Click on the button to download the catalogue.	June Catalogue.pdf