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Pharmacy home delivery during confinement

by: Stephanie Horsman
19/03/2020

The Principality is now offering home delivery of medicine to people during this period of self-isolation.
The government has set up a system whereby all the pharmacies in Monaco can deliver medicine to the door of any person who needs it. They ask that people contact the dispensary nearest to their homes.
This is yet another step taken by the Prince’s government to ensure the people have all they require during this difficult time. As with all the measures put in place, the government asks for patience on behalf of local residents, knowing that the deliveries will be handled as efficiently and swiftly as possible.
Contact information for the pharmacies is as follows.

PHARMACIE ADRESSE TEL FAX E-MAIL
Pharmacie de l’Annonciade 24, boulevard d’Italie 93.50.50.31 93.25.32.47 pharmacie-annonciade@monaco.mc
Pharmacie WEHREL 2, boulevard d’Italie 93.50.64.77 93.50.49.33 pharmawehrel.monaco@gmail.com  
Pharmacie Bughin 26, boulevard Princesse Charlotte 97.70.05.05 97.70.05.06 jlb@pharmaciebughin.com
Pharmacie Carnot 37, boulevard du Jardin Exotique 93.30.86.67 92.16.72.10 (97.98.38.87) pharmaciedeniscarnot@monaco.mc
Pharmacie Centrale 1, place d’Armes 93.30.21.01 93.30.74.69 pharmaciemarsan@gmail.com
Pharmacie de l’Estoril 31, avenue Princesse Grace 93.50.44.33 93.25.15.53 pharma412@monaco.mc
Pharmacie de Fontvieille 25, avenue Albert II 97.97.61.40 92.05.35.71 ordopharmaciefontvieille@gmail.com
Pharmacie Internationale 22, rue Grimaldi 93.30.35.99 93.30.22.67 pharminter@monaco.mc
Pharmacie du Jardin Exotique 31, avenue Hector Otto 93.30.09.66 92.16.72.10 pharmaciejardinexotique@yahoo.fr
Pharmacie J.P.F. 1, rue Grimaldi 93.30.21.94 93.50.10.19 ferryclement@hotmail.com
Pharmacie Médecin 19, boulevard Albert 1er 93.30.17.06 93.30.55.89 pharmaciemedecin@yahoo.fr
Pharmacie de Monte-Carlo 4, boulevard des Moulins 93.30.83.10 92.16.72.29 pharmaciedemontecarlo@monaco.mc
 
Pharmacie des Moulins 27, boulevard des Moulins 93.50.65.85 97.70.75.87 phciedesmoulins@monaco.mc
Pharmacie Plati 5, rue Plati 93.30.13.43 93.30.70.67 beatricetamassia@gmail.com
Pharmacie du Rocher 15, rue Comte Félix Gastaldi 93.30.81.14 93.30.72.95 pharmadurocher@gmail.com
Pharmacie San-Carlo 22, boulevard des Moulins 93.50.53.14 93.25.61.96 pharmaciesancarlomc@gmail.com

 
 
 

Life in lockdown: Fitness

by: Stephanie Horsman
19/03/2020

With only so many Netflix series to binge watch, people will soon be looking for other things to keep themselves and their families occupied during lockdown. Why not try free online activities that will stimulate both mind and body. Today we look at online fitness options.
When at home for extended periods, many people find themselves reflexively heading to the fridge and rummaging for something to eat. This is all fine and good under normal circumstances, but this kind of behaviour most likely isn’t due to hunger, but boredom.
If packing on unwanted kilos is not the end goal of lockdown, then there are ways to get moving that can work for any fitness level and age and most can be done even in small spaces. The best part is that they are free and online, meaning no one has to break the lockdown rules in order to keep fit and healthy.
So, we have put together a selection of online fitness classes that will help keep off the weight and start getting everyone bikini ready for summer.

Kid focused:

There are about a zillion of these type of videos to be found on YouTube and Facebook. These are for younger movers and shakers:
 



 
This one is made by KidooLand International out of Sophia-Antipolis.
https://www.facebook.com/KidoolandPetiteEcoleAnglaise/videos/222645959095307/
 

Adult focused:

Many of these offer live work outs with a trainer, but some also exist to view whenever the mood to move strikes. Classes range from yoga and HIIT to dance and weights. There truly is something for everyone.
Fitness Bender: https://www.fitnessblender.com/videos
Blink Fitness: https://www.facebook.com/BlinkFitness/videos/
Sweaty Betty: https://www.sweatybetty.com/eu/workout-videos.html
Plane Fitness: https://www.facebook.com/planetfitness/videos/
 
Do you have ideas for our ‘Life in lockdown’ series? Send us an email: info@monacolife.net!

New police unit presented at the palace

by: Stephanie Horsman
19/03/2020

Prince Albert has congratulated the new Living Environment Preservation Unit (UPCV) at a special presentation at the Place du Palais.

The UPCV was created to ensure the safeguarding and improvement of living conditions for residents of the Principality. Therefore, they are particularly focused on making traffic more fluid, as well as combatting incivility on the roads and fighting undue noise pollution. Additionally, the unit is in charge of stopping people from illegally dumping waste.

The philosophy of the unit is not to be oppressors, but to keep improving the local living environment and standards to make sure Monaco remains a pleasurable place to live and work. Their hard work is paying off as, after only six weeks, there has been a significant effect on traffic flow. As a result, the 11 police officers who comprise the unit have been welcomed by the public with open arms.  

The formal presentation was made last week by Brigadier Maxime Volto, Head of the Unit to the Sovereign Prince, as well as Christophe Prat, Director General of the Department of the Interior and Richard Marangoni, Director of Public Safety.

 

PHOTO: ©Manuel Vitali

 

Monaco shuts down 13 construction sites

by: Cassandra Tanti
18/03/2020

The government will be closing down all of its construction projects and road works by the weekend, however preparation works for the Monaco Grand Prix will continue.  
As part of increased measures to contain the Covid-19 epidemic and limit health risks, the government announced on Wednesday that it has decided to suspend all State-operated building projects.
The construction sites to be closed are: Helios, Jardins d’Apolline Engelin, NCHPG, Ilot Pasteur, Darse Nord, Complexe du Larvotto, Honoria, Ida, Testimonio II, Picapeira, CHPG, entrance to the Ville Jardin Exotique, 17 rue Princesse Florestine, as well as all road and public works.
Those that are not public projects will be required to follow strict hygiene measures, including social distancing. Construction sites must prove they are able to enforce these measures and checks will be carried out to make sure that standards are being respected on sites that continue their activity. Any failure to comply with these standards will see an immediate closure of the site.
The only construction operation under public contracting authority that will be exempt from closure is the quai des Etats-Unis and preparation works for the Monaco Grand Prix, scheduled for Sunday 24th May. “This work must continue until a decision to postpone or cancel the Formula 1 Grand Prix has been taken,” said Marie-Pierre Gramaglia, Minister of Equipment, Environment, and Urban Planning, “because there is still the possibility that it will be held in good conditions.”
As it will take a number of days for construction sites to prepare for the shutdown, it will not take full effect until the end of the week, said the government.
 
Photo: The Le Luciana construction site will be subject to strict hygiene measures (photo by Monaco Life, all rights reserved)
 
 

Priority hour for the elderly

by: Stephanie Horsman
18/03/2020

Monaco food stores are now dedicating one hour per day to serving only elderly shoppers.
In an effort to help keep older citizens safe and healthy, the government has dedicated the first hour of each day to only serving customers aged 70 and above at all markets and supermarkets in the Principality. This earmarked time slot runs from the opening time of each individual establishment.
This follows a trend in other countries where senior-only shopping hours have been imposed. It allows the more vulnerable of the population a chance to shop at a slower pace with a certain amount of peace. They get “first dibs” on the recently restocked shelves and are able to have a more stress-free experience.
But the practice is not without controversy. Opponents think it’s a bad idea to lump the people with the least immunity together in enclosed spaces, even under controlled circumstances. Even with strict rules in place, such as the enforcement of the one metre between customers rule and limiting the number of people in the stores, they believe it is still preferable that the elderly and frail have a friend or relative shop for them.
In the Principality, the service runs in conjunction with the extended home meal distribution service now being offered by the Monaco City Council for those who are too frail to get out and persons over 70 years of age. These meals are nutritiously based and consist of a starter, main, cheese, dessert and bread. Lunch on its own costs €9, whilst both lunch and dinner is only €15.
The Monegasque Red Cross is assisting the government in its efforts.
For more information on food delivery, call +377 93 15 22 99 from 8:30am to 6pm Monday to Friday. For medical deliveries, the special number that has been set up is +377 97 97 68 00, Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm.
Meanwhile, the council is offering free delivery of fresh produce purchased at the Condamine and Monte-Carlo markets. For details, see our story here:
Fresh fruit and vegetable markets remain open
 
 

Only workers to justify movement in Monaco

by: Cassandra Tanti
18/03/2020

Monaco is not applying the same strict movement controls on its citizens as France, however people working in the Principality are now required to carry with them ‘professional justification’ forms to be signed by their employer.
Following a national address by Prince Albert on Tuesday evening, Interior Minister Patrice Cellario has clarified Monaco’s new measures to contain the spread of the Covid-19 virus.
Speaking on the government’s Facebook page Wednesday morning, the minister said that movement throughout Monaco must be restricted to only “essential” trips – those required to buy food, to offer assistance to family members, to visit a doctor or pharmacy, to take dogs for a walk, and for individual exercise.
The key difference between the measures imposed by Monaco and France is the fact that people will not be required to carry a ‘reason for movement’ form with them when they leave their homes. Police will therefore not be issuing fines for people who do not comply.
“In the Principality, unlike the decisions taken by the French authorities, we do not require the production of a self-declaration for each individual,” said Mr Cellario. “We are a small territory, we believe that a call for responsibility by residents and Monegasques is sufficient for everyone to realise the need to ensure that the transmission barrier of this virus is respected by all.”
However, it is mandatory for people moving throughout Monaco for work to carry with them a ‘professional justification’ form. It applies to residents of the Principality as well as those crossing the border to work in Monaco. The document can be downloaded here and must be authorised by an employer.
Patrice Cellario stressed that trips from France to Monaco should be “almost reserved for business”.
Meanwhile, police will be performing checks to ensure large gatherings of people are not taking place and travel is limited to what is strictly necessary.