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Nearly 2,700 scientific articles published by the Mediterranean Infection University Hospital Institute in Marseille have been reviewed, 850 of which raise 'concerns.'
'My Breasts and Me' (5/5). In France, one out of every two patients chooses the private sector for breast reconstruction. Some are willing to give up their vacations, take out a loan or turn to their parents for help. Le Monde spent several weeks inside a private breast surgery practice in Paris.
The rare event drew crowds of observers across Europe at cocktail hour, with all eyes turned skyward to watch the Moon gradually cover the Sun and then hide it completely for just over a minute.
Millions of Europeans and astronomy enthusiasts around the world looked up in awe as a rare total or partial solar eclipse briefly plunged northern Spain into daytime darkness.
After it first appeared in the remote Arctic region of northern Russia and made its way south to Rejkjavik, the eclipse – the first in mainland Europe since 2006 – drew huge crowds in Spain.
By signing an executive order on Monday recommending, among other things, that US states reduce the number of vaccines administered in pediatric care, US President Donald Trump is irresponsibly fueling the poison of suspicion.
A total solar eclipse will be visible in Spain in the late afternoon on Wednesday, August 12. The eclipse will be partial in many parts of Europe. Here's what you need to know.
Judaism, Islam, Christianity and Buddhism: All these major religions have interpreted solar eclipses as powerful divine signs, often attributing negative connotations to them.
This Wednesday, Spanish authorities are bracing for two major risks: wildfires, after July's massive blazes, and a surge in travel that could result in heavy traffic jams, with an additional 450,000 visitors expected.
'My Breasts and Me' (3/5). Gender-affirming surgeries are an increasingly common part of gender transitions. But such procedures can divide doctors and bring up ethical dilemmas: Is it an abuse of power or of a vulnerable patient? Le Monde spent weeks behind closed doors in a private breast surgery practice.
Certified eye protection is essential for safely observing the August 12 eclipse. Purchases surged as the event approached, resulting in stock shortages at many retailers.
'Strange nights' (5/7). This rare neurological disorder, which typically begins during adolescence, affects one to two people per 10,000. Patients experience daytime sleepiness despite normal-quality nighttime sleep and a normal or prolonged sleep duration – more than 10 hours, and sometimes as much as 15 hours.
A 'frequently asked questions' page for the general public has been uploaded on French government ministry websites, with special posts shared on social media, ahead of the solar eclipse on Wednesday, August 12.
Whether it's post-traumatic stress, depression or anxiety disorders, in southwest France, specialists expect a rise in the need for mental health care in the coming months.
Purchases of protective eyewear, essential for observing the phenomenon, have risen sharply ahead of August 12. France's consumer fraud authority has stepped up inspections.
The euphoria surrounding the space venture has not entirely subsided, despite a sharp drop in valuation since its mid-June stock market debut. However extraordinary the ambitions may be, they do not absolve the company founded by Elon Musk of the need to demonstrate its profitability.
What will you see depending on your location? Use Le Monde's simulator before you put on your protective glasses, so you can watch the Sun as it is covered by the Moon on Wednesday, August 12.
This weekend, nearly 500 stargazing gatherings are set to take place across France. This year's theme is the Sun, which will experience a partial eclipse over mainland France and Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon, caused by the Moon, on August 12.
Wang, who chose to study in France and then the US immediately after earning her undergraduate degree, became a popular figure in China within days of receiving the Fields Medal, illustrating the limitations of the Chinese system, built on competition and early selection.
'There is no danger to Earth,' said a NASA spokesperson. 'NASA scientists are planning to collect lunar data from the event and refine techniques for tracking objects in space,' the US agency said.