It's a pain (!) but we sometimes need a doctor or chemist when we're on holiday. DON'T forget your travel insurance and your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC, which replaces your old E111); this will help you to reclaim at least some of the cost of treatment in France.

OK, how about some of the most useful common words?

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TIP - To call for help in an emergency, use the European Union-wide number 112 (equivalent of dialling 999 in the UK).

Another TIP - You'll recognise a pharmacy in France by the green cross outside!

Yet another TIP - Make sure you have travel insurance and don't forget your European Health Insurance Card (replacement for your old E111).