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Press releases issued during the COVID-19 pandemic
2023
- March 23: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for March 22, 2023: Continued increase in virological indicators at low levels
- March 16: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for March 15, 2023: Increase in virological and hospital indicators, which remain at low levels
- March 10: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for March 8, 2023: Virological indicators remain at low levels
- March 2: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for March 1, 2023: Continued slight increase in virological indicators, which remain at low levels
- February 24: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for February 23, 2023: Virological indicators remain at a low level but are rising slightly
- February 17: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for February 16, 2023: Epidemic monitoring indicators continue to decline
- February 10: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for February 9, 2023: Continued decline in virological and hospital indicators
- February 3: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for February 2, 2023: SARS-CoV-2 circulation stabilizes at a low level
- January 27: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for January 19, 2023 – All epidemic monitoring indicators are improving
- January 20: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for January 26, 2023 – The decline in the epidemic continues
- January 12: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for January 12, 2023 – Slowdown in SARS-CoV-2 transmission
- January 6: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for January 5, 2023 - Epidemic monitoring indicators are declining but remain at high levels
2022
- December 23: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for December 22, 2022 - Virological and hospital indicators remain at high levels
- December 16: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for December 15, 2022 - The epidemic continues but at a slower pace; hospital indicators are still rising
- December 14: COVID-19: Third Leading Cause of Death in France in 2020, While Other Major Causes of Death Are Declining
- December 9: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for December 8, 2022: The rise in virological and hospital indicators continues
- December 2: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for December 1, 2022: Sharp acceleration in SARS-CoV-2 transmission
- November 25: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for November 24, 2022: Resurgence of SARS-CoV-2 circulation nationwide
- November 17: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for November 17, 2022 – Slight decrease in incidence rate and less pronounced drop in new hospitalizations: vaccination efforts must be stepped up
- November 10: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for November 10, 2022: Continued Decline in Hospitalization and Death Rates
- November 8: Significant excess mortality among immigrant populations during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic in France
- November 4: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for November 3, 2022: Rates of new hospitalizations and number of deaths declining
- October 28: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for October 27, 2022: Slowing of SARS-CoV-2 transmission, number of deaths still rising
- October 21: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for October 20, 2022: Incidence rate stabilizing at a high level, virological indicators still rising among the elderly
- October 14: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for October 13, 2022: Hospitalization and death rates continue to rise
- October 7: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for October 6, 2022: Virological and hospital indicators continue to rise, particularly among the elderly
- September 30: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for September 29, 2022: SARS-CoV-2 circulation remains intense and hospital admissions are rising
- September 23: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for September 22, 2022 – Accelerated circulation of SARS-CoV-2 is confirmed: vaccination efforts and adherence to preventive measures are essential
- September 16: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for September 15, 2022 – After several weeks of decline, SARS-CoV-2 transmission is on the rise again: adherence to combined measures remains essential
- September 9: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for September 8, 2022 - The slowdown in SARS-CoV-2 transmission continues but at a lower level: everyone’s involvement remains crucial
- September 2: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for September 1, 2022 - Indicators continue to decline: as summer vacations come to an end, vaccination efforts and adherence to preventive measures remain essential
- August 26: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for August 25, 2022 - Less pronounced decline in indicators: as the school year begins, preventive measures and vaccination are essential
- August 19: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for August 18, 2022: Continued decline in SARS-CoV-2 circulation across the country
- August 12: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for August 11, 2022: SARS-CoV-2 circulation continues to decline, but virological and hospital indicators remain high
- August 5: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for August 4, 2022: The marked decline in SARS-CoV-2 circulation continues
- July 29: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for July 28, 2022: Virological and hospital indicators remain at high levels
- July 22: Publication of initial findings on the prevalence of “post-COVID-19 conditions” or “long COVID” and associated healthcare utilization following the first waves of the SARS-CoV-2 epidemic
- July 22: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for July 21, 2022: Decline in SARS-CoV-2 transmission, indicators remain at very high levels, and the increase in the number of deaths continues
- July 14: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for July 14, 2022: Sharp rise in new hospital admissions and admissions to critical care
- July 8: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for July 7, 2022 - Sharp increase in SARS-CoV-2 transmission: adherence to combined measures remains essential, especially during this summer vacation period
- July 1: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for June 30, 2022 - Epidemic accelerates for the 4th consecutive week: sharp rise in hospitalizations and increase in deaths
- June 24: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for June 23, 2022: Continued rise in virological and hospital indicators
- June 17: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for June 16, 2022: SARS-CoV-2 transmission is accelerating across the country, accompanied by a rise in new hospital admissions
- June 10: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for June 9, 2022: Incidence rate rises after eight weeks of decline; hospitalizations continue to decrease
- June 2: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for June 2, 2022: SARS-CoV-2 transmission is declining at a slower rate, but hospitalizations continue to decrease
- May 13: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for May 12, 2022: SARS-CoV-2 circulation continues to decline, though virological indicators remain high
- May 6: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for May 5, 2022: Virological and hospital indicators continue to decline but remain at high levels
- April 29: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for April 28, 2022: The slowdown in SARS-CoV-2 circulation is confirmed, with a decline in all indicators
- April 22: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for April 21, 2022: Decline in SARS-CoV-2 transmission; indicators remain at high levels
- April 15: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for April 14, 2022: Very high incidence rate associated with a positivity rate that continues to rise
- April 8: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for April 7, 2022: SARS-CoV-2 circulation remains very high despite a decline among younger age groups; the rise in new hospitalizations is intensifying
- April 1: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for March 31, 2022 - Intensified circulation of SARS-CoV-2 accompanied by a rise in new hospitalizations
- March 25: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for March 24, 2022 - The spread of SARS-CoV-2 continues to increase; the number of new hospitalizations remains stable
- March 18: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for March 17, 2022: SARS-CoV-2 transmission is increasing at a high level; the number of new hospitalizations is stabilizing
- March 11: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for March 10, 2022. Less marked slowdown in SARS-CoV-2 transmission at the national level
- March 4: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for March 3, 2022 – The improvement in the epidemic situation continues: all indicators are declining but remain at a high level
- February 25: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for February 24, 2022: Improvement in SARS-CoV-2 transmission indicators is confirmed
- February 17: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for February 17, 2022 - Decrease in SARS-CoV-2 circulation and confirmed decline in hospitalizations: the epidemic level and number of deaths remain high
- February 11: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for February 10, 2022: The slowdown in SARS-CoV-2 transmission is confirmed and is accompanied by a decline in new hospital admissions
- February 9: MOBCO: mobilizing knowledge to promote access to COVID-19 vaccination for vulnerable populations
- February 4: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for February 3, 2022: SARS-CoV-2 transmission is slowing nationwide, but epidemiological and hospital indicators remain very high
- January 31: Open Data: Hospitalizations for COVID-19 and hospitalizations for other reasons with SARS-CoV-2 infection now available on Géodes
- January 28: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for January 27, 2022: SARS-CoV-2 transmission continues to rise at a very high level; increased strain on hospitals and reduced pressure on critical care units
- January 21: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for January 20, 2022: SARS-CoV-2 transmission remains very intense; less pronounced increase in the number of new cases and hospital pressure still high
- January 14: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for January 13, 2022. SARS-CoV-2 transmission continues to rise sharply; pressure on hospital care is increasing.
- January 7: Variants: New indicators regarding variants of interest available as open data
- January 7: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for January 6, 2021: very sharp increase in SARS-CoV-2 circulation linked to the rapid spread of the Omicron variant
2021
- December 31: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for December 30, 2021: sharp acceleration in the spread of SARS-CoV-2; Omicron now the dominant variant
- December 24: Omicron variant: what surveillance measures have been put in place?
- December 24: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for December 23, 2021: As the holiday season approaches, strict adherence to all preventive measures by the entire population is more necessary than ever
- December 17: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for December 16, 2021: SARS-CoV-2 transmission continues to rise for the 9th consecutive week
- December 10: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for December 9, 2021. Very intense circulation of SARS-CoV-2 with hospital indicators still rising sharply
- December 3: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for December 2, 2021: Sharp increase in SARS-CoV-2 transmission and marked rise in hospital indicators
- November 26: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for November 25, 2021. Sharp acceleration in SARS-CoV-2 transmission; hospital indicators continue to rise.
- November 19: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for November 18, 2021: Intensified spread of SARS-CoV-2 across the entire country
- November 11: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for November 11, 2021. Acceleration of SARS-CoV-2 transmission in mainland France with a sharp rise in the incidence rate.
- November 5: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for November 4, 2021. Continued resurgence of the epidemic in mainland France: for the third consecutive week, the incidence rate is rising
- October 29: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for October 28, 2021. Accelerated spread of SARS-CoV-2 across the country: the resurgence of the epidemic is confirmed
- October 26: To combat COVID-19, the flu, and winter viruses, let’s keep up our protective measures
- October 22: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for October 21, 2021. Increase in SARS-CoV-2 incidence: the utmost vigilance is required amid the circulation of winter viruses
- October 15: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for October 14, 2021. Less marked decline in epidemiological indicators: the virus is still circulating; combined preventive measures remain essential
- October 8: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for October 7, 2021. The fourth wave had a lesser impact on hospital admissions and deaths compared to previous waves
- October 1: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update as of September 30, 2021. The epidemiological situation continues to improve, except in French Guiana, where the situation is very concerning
- September 24: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for September 23, 2021. Improvement in epidemiological indicators: maintaining preventive measures and adherence to vaccination remain essential
- September 17: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update as of September 16, 2021. Decline in epidemiological indicators in metropolitan France; mixed situations in the overseas territories; vaccination efforts must continue.
- September 10: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for September 9, 2021: Improvement in epidemiological indicators, persistent strain on hospitals; vigilance remains necessary to consolidate the current epidemic trend
- September 3: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for September 2, 2021: Contrasting situations in mainland France and the overseas territories require maintaining a high level of vigilance as the school year begins
- August 27: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for August 26, 2021: As the start of the school year approaches, everyone must remain highly vigilant
- August 20: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for August 19, 2021: High circulation of SARS-CoV-2 in mainland France; the situation is very critical in Guadeloupe and Martinique
- August 13: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for August 12, 2021: The impact of the fourth wave on hospital services continues
- August 6: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for August 5, 2021. Increase in new hospitalizations and admissions to critical care: the impact of the fourth wave on hospitals is confirmed
- July 30: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for July 29, 2021. Sharp deterioration in all epidemiological indicators: the summer period calls for greater vigilance
- July 23: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for July 22, 2021. The number of new cases has more than doubled, and hospitalizations are rising: encourage vaccination to achieve a sufficient level of herd immunity
- July 16: New COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for July 16, 2021 – Deterioration of the epidemiological situation and very sharp rise in the Delta variant: remain vigilant during the summer vacation period and encourage vaccination
- July 9, 2021: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update of July 8, 2021: The health situation is deteriorating after several weeks of improvement in epidemiological indicators
- July 1: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update of July 1, 2021 - Encouraging vaccination in the face of increased circulation of variants: a major challenge to continue containing the epidemic
- June 30: Emergen Consortium: Progress Report on Its Deployment
- June 25: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for June 24, 2021. Increased circulation of the Delta variant in mainland France: the decline in epidemiological indicators must not lead to a drop in vigilance
- June 18: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for June 17, 2021: Significant decrease in SARS-CoV-2 circulation; preventive measures and vaccination remain essential
- June 11: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for June 10, 2021: marked decrease in SARS-CoV-2 circulation across the entire country; vigilance must be maintained
- June 10: Circulation of variants: new screening strategy based on the detection of mutations of interest
- June 4: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for June 3, 2021. Continued decline in epidemiological indicators: vaccination and adherence to preventive measures remain essential
- May 28: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for May 27, 2021: The decline in epidemic indicators continues; vigilance remains essential, particularly regarding the evolution of variants
- May 21: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for May 20, 2021: Four consecutive weeks of declining indicators
- May 7: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for May 6, 2021: The epidemic continues to slow, but hospital pressure remains high
- April 30: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for April 29, 2021: Moderate decline in the epidemic; hospital pressure remains high
- April 29: Update on the SARS-CoV-2 B.1.617 variant
- April 29: New COVID-19 epidemiological indicators by age group corresponding to school grades now available
- April 29: COVID-19 vaccination: new trends in indicators available as open data
- April 28: Vulnerable populations and COVID-19: improving prevention and response through knowledge sharing
- April 23: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for April 22, 2021: A downward trend in indicators, but against the backdrop of a sharp decline in testing
- April 16: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for April 15, 2021: Indicators Stabilizing at a High Level and Hospital Strain Remains High
- April 9: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for April 8, 2021: Indicators remain at a high level but are rising less sharply
- April 6: Mental health in the time of COVID-19: talking about it is already part of the healing process
- April 2, 2021: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for April 1, 2021: Third week of sharp rise in infections; the situation is deteriorating across the country
- March 26: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for March 25, 2021: With nearly 30,000 new cases per day, surveillance indicators continue to deteriorate, placing extreme strain on the hospital system
- March 19: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for March 18, 2021. Already at high levels, viral circulation continues to rise, exacerbating hospital strains that are critical in certain regions
- March 16: New variant detected and under surveillance in Brittany
- March 12: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for March 11, 2021. High viral circulation, increased strain on intensive care units, dominant variants: the situation remains concerning
- March 8: New indicators on variants have been added to Géodes, which now offers 123 indicators to closely track the COVID-19 epidemic
- March 5: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for March 4, 2021: The virus is circulating at high levels, variants are becoming dominant, and hospital pressure is mounting
- February 26: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for February 25, 2021. Rising infection rates, prevalence of variants: signs of a possible worsening of the epidemic
- February 22: Find all information related to COVID-19 in just a few clicks on the Santé publique France website
- February 18: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for February 18, 2021. Indicators begin to decline while variants spread rapidly: a worsening of the epidemic remains possible
- February 11: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for February 11, 2021. Little change in indicators: the epidemic is circulating at a very high level and the hospital system remains under strain
- February 10: COVID-19 Vaccination: Comprehensive Information Accessible to All
- February 4: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for February 4, 2021. The epidemic persists, and more transmissible variants are circulating more widely
- January 28: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for January 28, 2021. Already high indicators continue to rise; the situation is very concerning given the presence of more transmissible variants
- January 28: COVID-19 Vaccination: Monitoring and Efficacy Indicators Available as Open Data
- January 21: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for January 21, 2021. High viral circulation calls for essential public mobilization
- January 14: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for January 14, 2021: The epidemic is progressing in the first week of January, with a risk of increased SARS-CoV-2 transmission linked to the emergence of new variants
- January 8: Genomic surveillance and investigation: pillars of the strategy to combat the spread of SARS-CoV-2 variants
- January 8: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for January 7, 2021: The epidemic shows no signs of abating; indicators remain at high levels; the trend over the next two weeks will be decisive
2020
- December 31: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for December 31, 2020. High indicator levels: the situation remains concerning
- December 28: COVID-19 vaccination: a logistical and scientific challenge
- December 24: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for December 24, 2020: The outbreak shows no signs of slowing down; preventive measures must be strictly followed during the holidays.
- December 17: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for December 17, 2020: Vigilance is needed as the holidays approach; the spread of the virus is increasing
- December 11: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for December 10, 2020: Concerning trends in indicators, high risk of a resurgence
- December 8: COVID-19: Santé publique France adjusts its indicators to monitor the epidemic more closely
- December 3: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for December 3: Significant decrease in viral circulation; prevention measures must remain in place pending vaccination
- November 26: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for November 26. Monitoring indicators: the decline continues, but levels remain high, calling for continued vigilance
- November 19: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for November 19: Second wave has passed its peak, but indicators remain at high levels
- November 12: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for November 12: slight slowdown in viral circulation, indicators still at very high levels
- November 5: Interim COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for November 5: Hospital indicators on the rise
- October 29: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for October 29: sharp acceleration of the epidemic across the entire country
- October 23: COVID-19: Sub-departmental indicators on Géodes
- October 23: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for October 22: Epidemic Accelerating, People Over 65 Most Affected
- October 19: COVID-19: Cases linked to clusters account for only 10% of infections
- October 16: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for October 15: Indicators on the rise, viral circulation increasing
- October 9: COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for October 8: The virus continues to circulate at high levels; protecting those at risk of complications remains crucial
- October 1 – COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for October 1: The epidemic remains at a high level; prevention measures must be strengthened
- September 25 - COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for September 24: The epidemic situation is worsening; all indicators are on the rise
- September 17 - COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for September 17: Significant increase in all indicators; a call for greater vigilance
- September 11 - COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for September 10: The outbreak is spreading, and the number of cases will double in 14 days if the current trend continues
- September 4 - COVID-19 Epidemiological Update for September 3: Exponential spread of the virus; prevention is essential
- June 18 - Epidemiological surveillance of COVID-19: a system closely aligned with local communities
- June 17 - Lockdown: A definite impact on physical activity, time spent sitting, and time spent in front of a screen
- May 19 - Lockdown: What are the consequences for eating habits?
- May 14 - COVID-19: Implementation of specific surveillance among healthcare professionals
- May 13 - Tobacco, Alcohol: What impact has lockdown had on consumption among the French?
- May 7 - What indicators should be used to monitor the post-lockdown period?
- May 7 - COVID-19 and continuity of care - Continuing treatment: a public health imperative
- May 1 - COVID-19 surveillance system: for a contextualized regional analysis of the epidemic’s dynamics
- April 23 - Psychological distress and psychiatric disorders linked to the COVID-19 epidemic and the challenges of life under lockdown: assessing them to take better action
- April 2 - Get involved in COVID-19 surveillance and research with COVIDnet.fr
- April 1 - The Health Reserve - Reinforcement in the event of exceptional health situations
- March 31 - Epidemiological surveillance of COVID-19