Leptospirosis

Leptospirosis is a bacterial zoonosis found worldwide. In France, leptospirosis is a public health concern, particularly in the overseas territories, where the incidence is high.

Our missions

  • Monitoring the epidemiological trends of leptospirosis

  • Providing information to facilitate early treatment of leptospirosis

vaccination-info-service.fr - Le site de référence qui répond à vos questions

In brief

Videos, infographics, key statistics, expert interviews… Find the latest news and key information on leptospirosis here

Photo illustrant une visite vétérinaire pour un rat

news

Leptospirosis is now a reportable disease

Learn more

562

Cases of leptospirosis reported in France in 2025

1

There are one million cases of human leptospirosis worldwide each year, with a 6% fatality rate

An incidence rate

12 to 70 times higher in the overseas territories than in mainland France

In relation to

Vaccination

Vaccination

thematic dossier

Contagious diseases most often affect children at a very young age. Because children are particularly vulnerable, they are a priority target for vaccination programs.

Learn more