Analysis of the epidemiological situation In Martinique, the 2012 seasonal epidemic, which was milder than that of 2011, lasted a total of 12 weeks. The epidemic peak was reached during...

Headlines - The flu vaccine has lost some of its effectiveness this year Since 2009, the French Institute for Public Health Surveillance (InVS), in collaboration with French...

Highlights from the Midi-Pyrénées Regional Health Agency Summary of severe influenza cases during the winter epidemicThe 2011–2012 season was marked by a late-onset influenza epidemic...

Situation in the Lower Normandy and Upper Normandy regions Surveillance of severe influenza cases (source: network of 24 intensive care, critical care, and continuous care units in...

Reunion Island has conditions that increase the risk of contracting leptospirosis. Indeed, the numerous animal reservoirs and the tropical climate, which favors the survival of the...

Headlines - Surveillance of Severe Influenza Cases Admitted to Intensive Care During the surveillance period (week 44/2011 to week 15/2012), 308 severe cases were reported in France,...

Headlines - Surveillance of Severe Influenza Cases Admitted to Intensive Care During the surveillance period (week 44/2011 to week 15/2012), 308 severe cases were reported in France,...

Headlines - Vaccination Week: Let’s not forget the meningococcal C vaccine! In France, 99% of invasive meningococcal infections (IMI) are caused by strains of serogroups A, B, C, Y, and...

Highlights from the Midi-Pyrénées Regional Health Agency European Immunization Week 2012: April 21–27 The goal of Vaccination Week is to highlight the importance of vaccination as a key...

News as of April 19, 2012 The Aquitaine Regional Health Agency (ARS) is working with its partners to raise awareness among the general public and healthcare professionals about the...