Analysis of the Epidemiological Situation

The circulation of the chikungunya virus remains very active in Saint Martin; it is intensifying in Saint Barthélemy, where there continues to be a steady increase in the number of reported cases. Both territories remain in Phase 3a of the Psage* chikungunya protocol: epidemic situation. In Martinique, the number of clinically suggestive and biologically confirmed cases has risen sharply, and 12 municipalities are now affected. This department remains in Phase 2b of the Psage: active virus circulation with the presence of several local transmission chains. In Guadeloupe, viral circulation is intensifying. The outbreak identified in Baie-Mahault remains active. This department remains in Phase 2a of the Psage: moderate local transmission. In French Guiana, the number of reported suspected cases remains moderate. No local viral circulation has been detected to date. French Guiana remains in the reinforced Phase 1 of the Psage.

* Psage = Program for Surveillance, Alert, and Management of Epidemics.