Introduction: Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), a musculoskeletal disorder resulting from compression of the median nerve at the base of the palm, is the occupational disease most frequently...

Introduction: The emergence of the novel MERS-CoV virus in the Middle East (ME) in 2012, followed by its international spread, has raised concerns for global public health. Initial...

Objective: To estimate the prevalence and risk of asthma by occupational sector among artisans and merchants enrolled in the Social Security Scheme for the Self-Employed (RSI). Method:...

Introduction: Heart failure (HF) is a common and serious condition in Western countries. Few epidemiological data are available. However, its prevalence is on the rise due to an aging...

Introduction: In 2013, several clusters of mumps cases were reported in communities of young adults, 72% of whom were fully vaccinated (2 doses). The objective of this study was to...

Introduction: The short-term links between air pollution and health are well established. Although pollution "spikes" account for only a minor portion of the overall health impact...

Introduction: Between 2008 and 2012, a measles outbreak occurred in mainland France, with more than 22,000 cases reported through the mandatory reporting system (DO), which has served as...

The National Heat Wave Plan draws on epidemiological knowledge to identify vulnerable populations and define appropriate preventive measures to reduce the impact of heat waves. This...

Lead exposure levels have dropped significantly but remain a public health concern due to the widespread prevalence of exposure and the effects of low-dose exposure, for which there is...

Objectives - On Saturday, February 20, 2010, firefighters in the Hérault department reported to the Hérault Territorial Delegation of the Regional Health Agency (DT34-ARS) that...