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Seniors, pregnant women, and nursing home staff: What is the status of their...
Santé publique France has released data on adult vaccination coverage for 2025 and reiterates the importance of learning about vaccinations at different ages and stages of life to protect against...
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Winter Illnesses: A Dynamic and Accessible Way to Track the Spread of...
Influenza, bronchiolitis, COVID-19—our acute respiratory infection surveillance bulletin has been revamped. Discover its new format, which offers simplified and dynamic access to national and...
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SIBCA 2026: The UrBaCS network presents its solutions for cities and...
For the first time, the founding members of the Urban Planning, Construction, Heating, and Health (UrBaCS) network — Santé publique France, the CSTB, ADEME, and EHESP — gathered on September 1,...
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Physical Activity and Combating a Sedentary Lifestyle: How Does Santé...
As part of “Septembre Bouge,” Santé publique France is highlighting several ways to take action to remove barriers to physical activity and combat a sedentary lifestyle in order to improve...
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Etienne Pot Appointed Interim Director General of Santé publique France
By ministerial order dated August 11, 2026, Etienne Pot was appointed acting director general of Santé publique France. He officially assumed his duties on August 17, 2026.
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Arboviral Diseases in 2026: Mosquito-Borne Diseases Continue to Spread This...
As part of the enhanced surveillance efforts in mainland France, Santé publique France publishes a weekly update on arboviral diseases and reminds the public of the importance of taking steps to...
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Andes Hantavirus: Implementation of epidemiological investigations and...
Health authorities have been notified of a case of Andes hantavirus involving a traveler who passed through France. The Andes strain was confirmed by the CNR on Thursday, August 6. The patient,...
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Call for Applications for the Renewal of the Editorial Board of the Weekly...
Santé publique France is inviting applications for the renewal of the BEH editorial board. Application deadline: June 30, 2026.
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Traveling to Overseas Territories and Abroad: Are Your Vaccinations Up to Date?
The summer months are a great time for trips to overseas territories or abroad. With that in mind, Santé publique France reminds travelers of the importance of checking and updating their...
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Public Health France Conference: November 9, 2026
The Santé publique France Conference will be held on November 9 at the Beffroi de Montrouge. This 9th edition will bring together the scientific community, policymakers, civil society,...
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Swim Safely by Following the Right Steps
During the current heat waves and throughout the summer, Santé publique France is reminding the public of the simple precautions everyone should take to stay safe while swimming and is providing...
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Santé publique France Publishes Its 2025 Annual Report: 10 Years of...
To mark its 10th anniversary, Santé publique France is publishing its 2025 annual report, accompanied by a video and an infographic to illustrate a decade of initiatives, expertise, and concrete...