Heat waves can have a significant impact on health. It is therefore essential to take proper precautions. Certain measures must be put in place, especially for those most at risk.

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Key Points The Pays de la Loire region has been affected by a new heat wave that began on July 6, 2026, in the Vendée department and is still ongoing as of June 15, 2026. This is the...

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Introduction – In late 2023, the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region experienced a surge in outbreaks of foodborne illness linked to the consumption of oysters, primarily during the holiday...

Alcohol consumption remains a major problem in France, responsible for 41,000 deaths annually (from cancer, cardiovascular disease, and digestive disorders) and linked to mental health...

Key Points Extreme Heat, Heat Wave A second heatwave hit the region, beginning in Burgundy on July 7 and then spreading to Franche-Comté on July 9. Nièvre and Yonne were placed under a...