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WHO Issues Alert on Measles Resurgence in Europe: Is France Affected?
Following the WHO’s warning about the resurgence of measles cases in 2023, particularly in Europe, Santé publique France provides an update on the spread of the virus and reiterates the importance...
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Avian influenza: moving toward enhanced human surveillance to detect early...
In light of the current spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza viruses in Europe and France, Santé publique France is stepping up its surveillance efforts to detect any cases of transmission...
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Nutri-Score: An Update on the Changes for 2024
In France, Nutri-Score has been in use since 2017. This logo, which uses a five-color, five-letter scale, is designed to provide information about the nutritional quality of the products we buy....
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A Comprehensive and Positive Approach to Sex Education for Young People: The...
In the latest issue of its journal *La Santé en action*, Santé publique France has published a special feature on sex education for young people—a legal requirement enshrined in the Education...
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Avian Flu: What Are the Best Precautions to Take When Faced with the Risk of...
In light of the current spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza viruses in Europe and France, Santé publique France is reminding the public of preventive measures to reduce the risk of...
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Toward Expanded Monitoring of the Health Effects of Endocrine Disruptors
Santé publique France has released the results of the PEPS’PE study, launched in 2021, which aims to identify—following extensive consultation—the health effects that should be monitored for their...
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Mycoplasma pneumoniae Infections in France: Update as of December 19, 2023
Santé publique France has released an update as of December 19, 2023, following the rise in Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections in France, and is reminding the public of the preventive measures to take.
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Preventive measures: Adopt the right habits to protect yourself from winter...
With the holiday season gatherings approaching, Santé publique France reminds everyone of the importance of following preventive measures and getting vaccinated against seasonal flu and...
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Access to blood donation for men who have sex with men: an assessment of the...
Santé publique France has released a report on the second revision of the eligibility criteria for blood donation by men who have sex with men, noting that the data show no negative impact on...
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Call for Nominations for the Renewal of the National Expert Committee on...
Santé publique France is inviting applications for the renewal of the National Expert Committee on Maternal Mortality. Application deadline: February 15, 2024.
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Increase in Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections in France
Santé publique France has released an update as of November 30, 2023, following the rise in Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections in France, and is reminding the public of the preventive measures to...
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Drinking Water Crisis in Mayotte: Enhanced Measures in Response to the...
In light of the drought and the water restrictions implemented in Mayotte, the population of Mayotte is potentially exposed to increased health risks. Santé publique France provides an update on...