Monday, February 15, 2010

Cultural Profile – French Pharmacies


The French often consult their local pharmacist when they’re not feeling well. If the pharmacist considers the illness to be serious, he or she will advise the customers to see a doctor. In case of a cold, flu, or minor accident, the pharmacist will recommend over-the-counter medicine and will do some first aid. Every city and town in France has at least one pharmacy that remains open all night. All other pharmacies have signs on their doors indicating which pharmancy has long hours.

Source: Bragger, D. Jeannette and Donald B. Rice. Allons-y! Le Français par Etapes. 6th ed. p. 320. Boston : Thomson Heinle.

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